Maintenance Mechanic

We help YOU make it! US FOODS is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

We are looking for Maintenance Mechanic who relishes the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS family.

US FOODS has a lot to offer :

• US FOODS is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded

• We are committed to compensation, and benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work .

• Service recognition and employee rewards

• Company with a history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities with ongoing job skills and leadership development training

• Excellent Leadership

BENEFITS START DAY ONE : medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave .

SCHEDULE : Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Main Ingredients of the Job!

As a US FOODS Maint enance Mechanic, you will be responsible for partnering with team members across the Transportation Department on all clerical functions as required , with special emphasis on DOT rules and regulations compliance and reporting.

Great maintenance mechanics are crucial to the US FOODS team and are one of the important faces of our organization. Our Maintenance Mechanic strives for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with team members .

• Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment ( i.e. pallet jacks, high lifts , forklifts, etc. Dock Doors, restraints Dock Plates Freezer Door, Lighting to ensure that adequate

• machinery is available for day and night warehouse operations.

• Review any equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintain a repair log per USF policy.

• Perform PMs (Preventative Maintenance) on equipment, and maintain PM log with proper documentation, per USF policy.

• C omply with all USF and government guidelines r egarding safety when working on equipment ( i .e. Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding and r equired documentation, safe work environment, etc.)
  Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries and other equipment c ontained therein .

• Responsible for company tools and maintenance equipment used in performance of job duties, including inventory maintenance, safe operation, proper storage, and security of tool area.

• If authorized, may purchase tools and other equipment needs from local vendors to perform required duties.

What you bring to the table

Education/Training :

• High School education or equivalent preferred; additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred.

Related Experience/Requirements:

• A minimum of six months previous mechanic experience Preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities :

• Knowledge of equipment repair and operation

• able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment

• welding ability

• able to read and write legibly; able to follow orders; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); able to work with little direct supervision

• Computer knowledge required (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to read and understand vendor technical and repair manuals and wiring schematics, and P &IDs . >>> What is this ? Piping and instrumentation diagrams

• Working knowledge of mechanics, electricity, carpentry, plumbing.

• Ability to work with minimum supervision and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

• Must be able to work overtime when necessary.

• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to work with a diverse group of individuals at varying levels both within and outside the organization.

• Must be able to provide your own tools.

• Experience with CMMS (Maximo) preferred.

• Experience dealing with service supply vendors on scheduling and completing repairs.

• 5years HVAC or Refrigeration experience Preferred.

• 15 Fire systems Preferred.

• 15 OSHA and PSM Experience Preferred

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $24 and $29 .

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance . To review available benefits, please click here: .