Material Handling Equipment Technician I

Sysco•San Francisco, CA

1d•$25 - $38

About The Position

This Operations position assists Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Technician II and III staff with maintenance activities for material handling equipment and industrial batteries. The technician learns and performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on powered MHE, electrical and hydraulic systems, and related mechanical components. The role also includes battery maintenance, facility and grounds projects, emergency response, housekeeping, and maintaining tools and work areas. The associate records work and materials in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), follows safety requirements and applicable regulations, and participates in the departmental on-call program.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations.
Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals across units of measure.
Valid state driver's license and proof of liability coverage meeting Company standards.
Complete a Sysco-approved defensive driving program.
Obtain a Powered Industrial Equipment Certification from Sysco within 3 months.
Able to meet the physical demands of the job, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.
Available to work non-traditional business hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in an MHE maintenance position; no experience is required.
Technical school or equivalent education (2 years).
MHE 8-hour maintenance technician certificate from an MHE manufacturer, such as Crown, Raymond, or Hyster.

Responsibilities

Follow work safety policies, procedures, governing requirements, and applicable OSHA and other local, state, and federal regulations; wear required personal protective equipment and promote safety in the department.
Learn controls and low-voltage AC and DC electrical systems, and complete small electrical repairs and welding projects as needed.
Learn to maintain powered material handling equipment, including performing preventive maintenance, checking and servicing oil levels, inspecting and adjusting or replacing belts and chains, troubleshooting electrical controls, replacing motors and controls, and performing manufacturer-recommended safety checks and preventive maintenance.
Learn hydraulic systems, schematics, and components; AC and DC electrical systems and schematics; drive motors, power amps, electrical controls, and PLC systems.
Learn mechanical systems, including transmissions, drive units, differentials, braking systems, telescopic masts, reach mechanisms, steering systems, and suspension systems.
Complete requested building and grounds projects, such as moving furniture or fixtures, changing lights and bulbs, light carpentry, painting, light plumbing, and repairing minor electrical devices.
Maintain batteries and related equipment, including repairing chargers, changing MHE batteries, repairing battery and charger plugs and tips, watering and washing batteries, cleaning up acid spills, cleaning battery racks and areas, and setting equalizing charges.
Participate in the departmental on-call program as designated and respond to emergencies to help ensure employee and facility safety.
Log time and materials daily in the CMMS through work orders, preventive maintenance records, and other entries.
Clean and maintain all maintenance and work areas, and keep tools and equipment clean, safe, and in working order.
Follow Facilities Department and organizational policies and procedures, including requirements for attire, grooming, and attendance.
Interact effectively, build relationships, and demonstrate cooperation.