Forklift Mechanic Job at US Foods, Inc., Ely, IA

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  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Ely, IA

Job Description

Forklift Mechanic at US Foods, Inc. summary:

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.

J OIN THE US FOODS TEAM! 

Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry? 

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

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Warehouse personnel and supervisory staff, Operations support, Maintenance and Sanitation personnel

External: Outside vendors

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training: High School education or equivalent preferred; additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred.

Related Experience: A minimum of six months previous mechanic experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 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

Physical Requirements:

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

1. SIT Occasionally
2. STAND Frequently
3. WALK Frequently
4. DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment)

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT:

1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously
2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently
3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Never

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY:

1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently
2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently
3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Never

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

1. Push/pull Occasionally
e.g.: Boxes, pallet jack control arm, hand tools, drive units
2. Climb/balance Occasionally
e.g.: equipment Pallet Jack, fork lift, order selector
3. Stoop/squat Frequently
4. Kneel/bend Occasionally
5. Bend Frequently
6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally
7. Grasp objects Frequently
8. Manipulate objects Frequently
9. Twisting Occasionally

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:   .  

Keywords:

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

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Night shift, Monday to Friday,

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