Maintenance Mechanic

US Foods•Port Orange, FL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

US Foods is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of warehouse-related equipment such as pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, and batteries. This role is crucial for ensuring day and night warehouse operations remain functional, facilitating efficient shipping and receiving of products. US Foods, one of the largest food distributors, emphasizes a culture of internal promotion, excellent training programs, and continuous improvement. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. The Maintenance Mechanic will also partner with the Transportation department on clerical functions, with a focus on DOT rules and regulations compliance and reporting. US Foods offers competitive compensation and benefits, recognizing employees for their dedication and hard work, and provides opportunities for career growth and leadership development.

Requirements

Knowledge of equipment repair and operation.
Able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment.
Welding ability
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
A minimum of six months previous mechanic experience Preferred

Responsibilities

Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment (i.e., pallet jacks, high lifts, forklifts, etc.) to ensure that adequate machinery is available for day and night warehouse operations.
Review any equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintain a repair log per USF (US Foods) policy.
Perform PM’s (Preventative Maintenance) on equipment and maintain PM (PREVENTIVE MTC) 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.
Partner with team members across the Transportation department on all clerical functions as required, with special emphasis on DOT rules and regulations compliance and reporting.