Maintenance Mechanic at US Foods

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

US Foods Logo
$67,392 – $67,392Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, Logistics, WarehousingIndustries

Requirements

  • High School education or equivalent preferred; additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred
  • Minimum of six months previous mechanic experience required
  • 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
  • Physical ability to: sit occasionally, stand/walk frequently, drive occasionally; lift 1-100 lbs various frequencies, carry 1-100 lbs various frequencies; push/pull, climb/balance, stoop/squat, kneel/bend, reach above shoulder, grasp/manipulate objects, twist occasionally/frequently as specified

Responsibilities

  • Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to warehouse-related equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, highlifts, forklifts) to ensure availability for operations
  • Review equipment reports submitted by warehouse associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintain a repair log per USF policy
  • Perform preventative maintenance (PMs) on equipment and maintain PM log with proper documentation per USF policy
  • Comply with all USF and government safety guidelines (e.g., Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, documentation, safe work environment)
  • Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries, and related equipment
  • Manage company tools and maintenance equipment: inventory maintenance, safe operation, proper storage, and security of tool area
  • If authorized, purchase tools and equipment from local vendors as needed
  • Perform light maintenance duties as assigned (e.g., replace light bulbs, painting, storage rack repairs, light plumbing, equipment repairs, basic drywall and concrete repairs)

Skills

forklift repair
pallet jack maintenance
highlift repair
preventative maintenance
battery maintenance
lock out/tag out
equipment repair
plumbing
drywall repair
concrete repair

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters
1853Year Founded
$340.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.
$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.
Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.
The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.
US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.
Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.
Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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