Maintenance Mechanic

US Foods•Aurora, IL

11d•$35 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of warehouse-related equipment such as pallet jacks, highlifts, and forklifts. This role is crucial for ensuring the functionality of day and night warehouse operations, thereby facilitating efficient product shipping and receiving. US Foods is a leading food distributor with a culture that promotes internal growth, offers excellent training, and focuses on continuous improvement.

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.
Lift 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously
Lift 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently
Lift 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
Lift 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
Carry 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently
Carry 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently
Carry 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
Carry 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
Push/pull Occasionally (e.g., Boxes, pallet jack control arm, hand tools, drive units)
Climb/balance Occasionally (e.g., equipment Pallet Jack, fork lift, order selector)
Stoop/squat Frequently
Kneel/bend Occasionally
Bend Frequently
Reach above shoulder Occasionally
Grasp objects Frequently
Manipulate objects Frequently
Twisting Occasionally

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 to ensure adequate machinery is available for day and night warehouse operations.
Review equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintain 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, including Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, required documentation, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries, and other equipment contained therein.
Responsible for company tools and maintenance equipment, including inventory maintenance, safe operation, proper storage, and security of the tool area.
If authorized, may purchase tools and other equipment needs from local vendors to perform required duties.
Perform light maintenance duties as assigned, such as replacement of light bulbs, painting, storage rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, and basic drywall and concrete repairs.