The Forklift Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and batteries to ensure smooth warehouse operations. Duties include performing preventative maintenance, maintaining repair logs, complying with safety guidelines, and managing tool inventory. The role supports both day and night shifts in a food distribution warehouse environment, requiring mechanical skills and adherence to safety protocols.
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Schedule :
Monday - Friday
7AM - 4PM (Overtime as needed)
Our maintenance mechanics start at $30 plus overtime!
Benefits :
All benefits are available starting Day 1!
Medical, dental, vision for the whole family!
401K, life insurance coverage and more!
US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and a history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and continuous improvement focus .
BASIC PURPOSE
Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of warehouse-related equipment (i.e. pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, batteries, etc). This keeps day and night warehouse operations functional to ensure efficient shipping and receiving of product.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment (i.e. pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, etc.) to insure that adequate machinery is available for day and night warehouse operations. Review any equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintains 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 (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.Performs light maintenance duties as assigned (i.e., replacement of light bulbs, painting, storage rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, basic drywall and concrete repairs, etc.)
SUPERVISION
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $30.00 and $31.00
As applicable this role will also receive overtime compensation.
Benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: .
forklift maintenance, warehouse equipment repair, preventative maintenance, battery charging safety, industrial machinery mechanic, warehouse operations, equipment troubleshooting, tool inventory management, safety compliance, mechanic repair logs
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