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Equipment Maintenance Technician
full-timePerth Amboy

Summary

Location

Perth Amboy

Type

full-time

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About this role

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

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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.

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  • 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.

  • Medical Benefits Start Day One!

  • We offer weekly pay, low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.

  • $5,000 Retention bonus!

  • Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.

  • Employee uniforms provided.

  • Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership.

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay Rate: $28 per hour

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:

  • N/A

RELATIONSHIPS

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

  • External: Outside vendors


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Effective communication both verbally and in writing.

  • Knowledge of equipment repair and operation.

  • Able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment; welding ability.

  • Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail

  • Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope.

  • Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.

  • Able to work with little direct supervision

Education

  • High school diploma or GED/equivalent required ; additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred.

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


PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:

OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

FREQUENCY:
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 $16-$31.00/hour.

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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.

EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status 

Other facts

Tech stack
Equipment Repair,Communication,Problem Solving,Analytical Skills,Organizational Skills,Teamwork,Welding Ability,Attention to Detail

About US Foods

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 associates 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, IL, and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit usfoods.com to learn more.

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What you'll do

  • The Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of warehouse-related equipment to ensure efficient operations. This includes performing repairs, preventative maintenance, and maintaining logs as per company policy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Equipment Maintenance Technician do at US Foods?

As a Equipment Maintenance Technician at US Foods, you will: the Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of warehouse-related equipment to ensure efficient operations. This includes performing repairs, preventative maintenance, and maintaining logs as per company policy..

Why join US Foods as a Equipment Maintenance Technician?

US Foods is a leading Food and Beverage Services company.

Is the Equipment Maintenance Technician position at US Foods remote?

The Equipment Maintenance Technician position at US Foods is based in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Equipment Maintenance Technician position at US Foods?

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