Maintenance Mechanic, Lead

About the role

US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors, with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs, and a focus on continuous improvement. The company is built on the principle that YOU Matter, rewarding hard work. Maintenance Mechanics are crucial to the team, striving for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships. We are seeking a Lead Maintenance Mechanic eager to push their potential, grow, and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family.

Responsibilities

• Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment (i.e. pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts, etc.) to ensure 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 policy.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) 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.
• Work well with Warehouse personnel and supervisory staff, Operations support, Maintenance and Sanitation personnel and Outside vendors.
• Perform 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.).

Requirements

• Sit occasionally
• Stand frequently
• Walk frequently
• Drive occasionally (test drives equipment)
• Lift 1‑10 lbs continuously
• Lift 10‑20 lbs frequently
• Lift 25‑50 lbs occasionally
• Lift 50‑100 lbs