Maintenance Mechanic

US Foods•Allentown, PA

26d•$36 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing warehouse-related equipment, including pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, and batteries. The work helps keep day and night warehouse operations functional and supports efficient shipping and receiving of product. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The role may earn overtime compensation. The mechanic performs repairs and preventative maintenance, documents equipment issues and repairs, and maintains repair and PM logs in accordance with company policy. The role also includes maintaining the battery-charging area, securing tools and maintenance equipment, and performing assigned light maintenance such as bulb replacement, painting, storage-rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, and basic drywall and concrete repairs. The employee must follow company and government safety procedures when working on equipment.

Requirements

At least six months of previous mechanic experience.
Knowledge of equipment repair and operation.
Ability to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment.
Welding ability.
Ability to read and write legibly and follow orders.
Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to work with little direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent preferred.
Additional mechanic training or a trade school degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain warehouse-related equipment, including pallet jacks, highlifts, and forklifts, to support warehouse operations.
Review equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions and repairs, and maintain a repair log according to company policy.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and maintain the required PM log and documentation.
Follow company and government safety requirements, including Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, required documentation, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries, and equipment located there.
Maintain inventory of company tools and maintenance equipment, operate and store them safely, and secure the tool area.
Purchase tools and other equipment from local vendors when authorized.
Perform assigned light maintenance, including replacing light bulbs, painting, storage-rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, and basic drywall and concrete repairs.
Test-drive equipment as needed.