MAINTENANCE/MECHANIC

The Kroger Co. • Memphis, TN

14d

About The Position

Responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment, buildings, and fixtures at the distribution center, including keeping lift trucks in good repair. Employees must perform all tasks safely in accordance with corporate policies and state and federal laws, and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts including probability, statistical inference, plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems involving concrete variables and limited standardization, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to work weekends, overtime, and any shift.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with distribution center terms and processes.
• Ability to organize and prioritize varied tasks and projects.
• Ability to work within set time frames and fixed deadlines.
• Familiarity with industry and technical terms and processes.
• Ability and willingness to continue education as necessary.
• Ability to operate a hand truck, hand and power pallet jack, and power lift equipment; company will provide training.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Limited Maintenance Industrial license.

Nice To Haves

• High school education or GED plus two years of experience in plumbing, blueprint reading, general building maintenance, hydraulic and electrical work; four years of experience in electric or gas forklift repair; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair plumbing.
• Maintain electrical systems.
• Maintain the ventilation system.
• Install, repair, and replace racking.
• Maintain doors.
• Maintain shipping and receiving dock equipment.
• Inspect and evaluate roof structure.
• Weld, cut, design, and repair aluminum and steel structures and devices.
• Repair and maintain hydraulic systems, air compressors, and fire systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on lift trucks.
• Repair other equipment as needed.
• Repair and maintain battery chargers and batteries, keeping them in working condition.
• Maintain tuggers, carts, pallet jacks, sweepers, scrubbers, and forklift attachments.
• Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage through company or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles.
• Paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Free, confidential financial tools and coaching through Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over the course of a career through the Continuing Education program.
• Training programs and diverse career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed