Maintenance Mechanic, Lead

US Foods•Memphis, TN

9d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors, with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs, and a focus on continuous improvement. US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded. Great Maintenance Mechanics are crucial to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Maintenance Mechanics strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with team members. We are looking for a Lead Maintenance Mechanic whose looking for the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family.

Requirements

A minimum of six months previous mechanic experience required.
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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment (i.e. pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, etc.) to insure that adequate machinery is available for day and night warehouse operations.
Review any equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintains a repair log per USF policy.
Perform PM’s (Preventative Maintenance) on equipment, and maintain PM log with proper documentation, per USF policy.
Comply with all USF and government guidelines regarding safety when working on equipment (i.e. Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding and required documentation, safe work environment, etc.)
Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries and other equipment contained 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.
Work well with Warehouse personnel and supervisory staff, Operations support, Maintenance and Sanitation personnel and Outside vendors
Performs light maintenance duties as assigned (i.e., replacement of light bulbs, painting, storage rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, basic drywall and concrete repairs, etc.)