Maintenance Mechanic

We help YOU make it!  US FOODS®is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.  

We are looking for Maintenance Mechanic who relishes the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS®family. 

US FOODS® has a lot to offer:  

• US FOODS®is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded 

• We are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work. 

• Service recognition and employee rewards 

• Company with a history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities w/ ongoing job skills and leadership development training 

• Excellent Leadership  

BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave.

Main Ingredients of the Job! 

As a US FOODS®Maintenance Mechanic you will be responsible for partnering with team members across the Transportation department on all clerical functions as required, with special emphasis on DOT rules and regulations compliance and reporting. 

US FOODS®Maintenance Mechanics earn a starting rate of $23.48 per hour.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 8:30 PM to 5:00 AM **

** Subject to change

Great Maintenance Mechanic are crucial to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Maintenance Mechanic strives for integrity and reliability, while building trusting relationships with team members. 

• Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment (i.e., pallet jacks, high lifts, forklifts, etc.) to ensure that adequate machinery is available for day and night warehouse operations. 

• Review any equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintain a repair log per USF (US Foods) policy. 

• Perform PM’s (Preventative Maintenance) on equipment and maintain PM (PREVENTIVE MTC) 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. 

What you bring to the table 

Education/Training: 

• High School education or equivalent preferred; additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred. 

Related Experience/Requirements:  

• A minimum of six months previous mechanic experience Preferred. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:  

• Knowledge of equipment repair and operation.  

• Able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment. 

• Welding ability 

• Able to follow orders; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide) 

• Able to work with little direct supervision 

Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.  

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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 $22.00 and $27.00 per hour.

As applicable, this role will also receive the following: overtime compensation and shift differential as appropriate.

​Benefits for this role may 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: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

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