Preventive Maintenance Mechanic

Hy-Vee, Inc. • Chariton, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other. Job Title: Material Handling Mechanic Level 1 Department: Maintenance FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function: The material handling mechanic performs preventative maintenance and repairs on all material handling equipment. This includes entry-level tasks such as loading tires and minor repairs on equipment such as control handles.

Requirements

• Must pass Distribution Physical and Drug Screen
• Excellent diagnostic repair ability for overhaul of material handling equipment
• Proven safety knowledge of repair and machine liability
• Powered industrial equipment license required
• Primary responsibilities require occasional very heavy lifting of parts and frequent medium to heavy lifting according to the Department of Labor Weight Classifications.
• This is a skilled position requiring manual, motor and finger dexterity, standing, bending, stooping, handling, carrying, driving, pushing, pulling, moving mechanical parts and visual acuity.
• High school/trade school or equivalent experience.
• Courses in electrical maintenance or apprenticeships are required.
• At least 1 year of general maintenance experience and assembly experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of preventative care is a plus.
• Two years of directly related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety and sanitation rules and regulations.
• Works under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor in the service and repair of all material handling equipment and batteries.
• Must be able to perform physical requirements exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly.
• Performs hoist checklist daily and monthly, as well as monthly P.M.’s on hoist.
• Performs preventative maintenance program for all material handling equipment.
• Reports to work when scheduled and on time.
• Adheres to company policies and departmental guidelines.
• All equipment repairs must be performed in a safe and timely manner so as not to cause lost productivity in the warehouse.
• Must be able to work independently.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees