US Foods
US Foods Maintenance Mechanic — Lexington, SC
BASIC PURPOSE
Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of warehouse‑related equipment (pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, batteries, etc.) to ensure efficient shipping and receiving of product.
Job Responsibilities
Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse‑related equipment.
Review any equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintain a repair log per US Foods policy.
Perform preventative maintenance (PM’s) on equipment and maintain PM log with proper documentation per US Foods policy.
Comply with all US Foods and government guidelines regarding safety when working on equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, required documentation, safe work environment, etc.).
Maintain and secure the battery‑charging area, batteries and other equipment contained therein.
Maintain and secure company tools and maintenance equipment used in performance of duties, including inventory maintenance, safe operation, proper storage, and security of tool area.
If authorized, purchase tools and other equipment needs from local vendors to perform required duties.
Perform light maintenance duties as assigned (replacement of light bulbs, painting, storage rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, basic drywall and concrete repairs, etc.).
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.
Experience: 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; able to work with little direct supervision.
Physical Requirements
Sit occasionally; stand frequently; walk frequently; drive occasionally (test drives equipment).
Lift 1–10 lbs continuously; 10–20 lbs frequently; 25–50 lbs occasionally; 50–100 lbs occasionally; >100 lbs never.
Carry 1–10 lbs frequently; 10–20 lbs frequently; 25–50 lbs occasionally; 50–100 lbs frequently; >100 lbs never.
Push/pull occasionally; climb/balance occasionally; stoop/squat frequently; kneel/bend occasionally; bend frequently; reach above shoulder occasionally; grasp objects frequently; manipulate objects frequently; twisting occasionally.
Compensation
The expected base rate for this role is $24.00 per hour to $29.00 per hour. Compensation may vary based on relevant experience, education, skills, function, location, and other factors. Paid training and overtime compensation are also available.
Benefits
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, visit https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.
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Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of warehouse‑related equipment (pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, batteries, etc.) to ensure efficient shipping and receiving of product.
Job Responsibilities
Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse‑related equipment.
Review any equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintain a repair log per US Foods policy.
Perform preventative maintenance (PM’s) on equipment and maintain PM log with proper documentation per US Foods policy.
Comply with all US Foods and government guidelines regarding safety when working on equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, required documentation, safe work environment, etc.).
Maintain and secure the battery‑charging area, batteries and other equipment contained therein.
Maintain and secure company tools and maintenance equipment used in performance of duties, including inventory maintenance, safe operation, proper storage, and security of tool area.
If authorized, purchase tools and other equipment needs from local vendors to perform required duties.
Perform light maintenance duties as assigned (replacement of light bulbs, painting, storage rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, basic drywall and concrete repairs, etc.).
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.
Experience: 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; able to work with little direct supervision.
Physical Requirements
Sit occasionally; stand frequently; walk frequently; drive occasionally (test drives equipment).
Lift 1–10 lbs continuously; 10–20 lbs frequently; 25–50 lbs occasionally; 50–100 lbs occasionally; >100 lbs never.
Carry 1–10 lbs frequently; 10–20 lbs frequently; 25–50 lbs occasionally; 50–100 lbs frequently; >100 lbs never.
Push/pull occasionally; climb/balance occasionally; stoop/squat frequently; kneel/bend occasionally; bend frequently; reach above shoulder occasionally; grasp objects frequently; manipulate objects frequently; twisting occasionally.
Compensation
The expected base rate for this role is $24.00 per hour to $29.00 per hour. Compensation may vary based on relevant experience, education, skills, function, location, and other factors. Paid training and overtime compensation are also available.
Benefits
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, visit https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.
EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
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