Maintenance Mechanic

US Foods•Perth Amboy, NJ

2d•$16 - $31

About The Position

BASIC PURPOSE Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of warehouse-related equipment (i.e. pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, batteries, etc). This keeps day and night warehouse operations functional to ensure efficient shipping and receiving of product. Job Description JOIN THE US FOODS TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry? 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%. Medical Benefits Start Day One! We offer weekly pay, low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage. $5,000 Retention bonus! Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time. Employee uniforms provided. Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership. Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 7:00am-3:30pm Pay Rate: $28 per hour

Requirements

Effective communication both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of equipment repair and operation.
Able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment; welding ability.
Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail
Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope.
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.
Able to work with little direct supervision
High school diploma or GED/equivalent required
A minimum of six months previous mechanic experience required.

Nice To Haves

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.
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.)

Benefits

401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.
Medical Benefits Start Day One!
We offer weekly pay, low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
$5,000 Retention bonus!
Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
Employee uniforms provided.

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