Warehouse Maintenance Technician

US Foods•Perth Amboy, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of warehouse-related equipment such as pallet jacks, highlifts, and forklifts, including batteries. This role is crucial for ensuring the continuous functionality of day and night warehouse operations, thereby facilitating efficient shipping and receiving of products.

Requirements

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

High School education or equivalent preferred.
Additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment to ensure adequate machinery is available for day and night warehouse operations.
Review equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintain 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, including Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, required documentation, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries, and other equipment contained therein.
Responsible for company tools and maintenance equipment, including inventory maintenance, safe operation, proper storage, and security of the tool area.
Purchase tools and other equipment needs from local vendors if authorized.
Perform light maintenance duties as assigned, such as replacement of light bulbs, painting, storage rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, and basic drywall and concrete repairs.