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US Foods Maintenance Mechanic in Charlotte, North Carolina

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE.

Join Our Community of Food People!

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.

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, 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.

Schedule ( Monday Fri day 7 :00 a m – 3 : 3 0 pm )

Pay: DOE

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. Dock Doors, restraints Dock Plates Freezer Door, Lighting toensure 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 policy.

  • Perform PM’s (Preventative Maintenance) on equipment, and maintain PM log with proper documentation, per USF policy.

  • Comply withall USF and government guidelines regardingsafety when working on equipment (i.e.Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding and requireddocumentation, safe work environment, etc.)Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries and other equipment containedtherein.

  • 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 read and write legibly; able to follow orders; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); able to work with little direct supervision

  • Computer knowledge required (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferred Skills:

  • Ability to read and understand vendor technical and repair manuals and wiring schematics, and P &ID’s. >>> What is this? Piping and instrumentation diagrams

  • Working knowledge of mechanics, electricity, carpentry, plumbing.

  • Ability to work with minimum supervision and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

  • Must be able to work overtime when necessary.

  • Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to work with a diverse group of individuals at varying levels both within and outside the organization.

  • Must be able to provide your own tools.

  • Experience with CMMS (Maximo) preferred.

  • Experience dealing with service supply vendors on scheduling and completing repairs.

  • 5years HVAC or Refrigeration experience Preferred.

  • 15 Fire systems Preferred.

  • 15 OSHA and PSM Experience Preferred

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US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

US Foods may collect personal information from you in connection with the application process. US Foods complies with the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020, and its policy may be found here (https://www.usfoods.com/content/dam/usf/pdf/Policies/HR/USF_CCPA_policy.pdf) .

US Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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Pay Transparency policy statement is available here (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf) .

US Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our US Foods Application Accommodation Line at 855-873-2468. You will be prompted to leave a message. Please state the specifics of the assistance needed and your contact information. A member of our HR department will return your call within two business days.

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