Forklift Mechanic

Americold • Jefferson, WI

6h

About The Position

Under close supervision, performs routine general maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. Maintenance areas include electricity, plumbing, lift truck, refrigeration, ammonia, and carpentry.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Basic mechanical knowledge and aptitude required.
• Candidates with RETA courses preferred. However, as a condition of employment, selected candidates will be required to complete (4) courses during the first 12 months.
• HAZMAT trained candidates are preferred. However, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to be trained in HAZMAT, obtain and maintain the certification.
• Must have basic level knowledge of OSHA PSM program
• 1 - 3 years maintenance mechanic experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of general warehouse practices.
• Strong communication skills.
• Mathematical and documentation skills necessary.
• Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret pencil sketches and diagrams.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts if required, including on-call.
• Must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: they must get along with co-workers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor.
• Knowledge of various types of equipment in maintenance trades.
• ISO knowledge preferred
• Knowledge of SAP preferred.
• Microsoft knowledge preferred.
• Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic repair and adjustment of refrigeration system, doors, dock boards, pallet racks, sweepers, sprinkler systems, forklifts, pallet trucks, and electrical work in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Cleans, changes, and lubricates bearings, gears, and other machinery parts using rags, brushes, and grease gun.
• Maintain tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructed.
• Maintain batteries and chargers in working order in accordance withy OSHA Standard.
• Conducts test of safety equipment (Exit signs, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, etc.) to ensure OHSA and operational standards.
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Follow attendance policy, show up show up for work on time and ready to work assigned shift.
• Assist answering security alarm calls as needed.
• Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required.
• Performs related work and other job assignments as required.

Benefits

• Our associates know the answer to the question What’s in it for me We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being.
• When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED