Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift - Specialty

US Foods•Aurora, IL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Stock Yards has been providing chefs with expertly cut and portioned beef and pork for over 120 years, based on rigid meat-selection criteria, precise beef aging and expert trimming. This role is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of production/facility equipment, as well as other assignments designated by management. It also involves maintaining proper Hazmat documentation and ensuring preventive maintenance is fulfilled per schedules. US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue.

Requirements

High School education or equivalent preferred
A minimum of six months previous mechanic experience required.
Knowledge of equipment repair and operation
Able to repair and overhaul warehouse & production 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

Nice To Haves

Additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to all production/facility equipment to insure that adequate machinery is available for day and night operations.
Review any equipment reports submitted by associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintains a repair log per USF policy.
Complete all applicable documentation for equipment related activities (assembly forms, disassembly forms, etc.).
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, replacement parts 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.