Maintenance Technician - Specialty at US Foods

Aurora, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Processing, FoodserviceIndustries

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 & production 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/carry 1-100 lbs at varying frequencies; push/pull, climb/balance, stoop/squat, kneel/bend, reach above shoulder, grasp/manipulate objects, and twist at specified frequencies

Responsibilities

Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to all production/facility equipment to ensure adequate machinery availability for operations
Review equipment reports submitted by associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintain a repair log per USF policy
Complete all applicable documentation for equipment-related activities (assembly forms, disassembly forms, etc.)
Perform Preventative Maintenance (PMs) 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 (e.g., Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding, required documentation, safe work environment)
Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries, and other equipment contained therein
Responsible for company tools, replacement parts, and maintenance equipment, 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
Maintain proper Hazmat documentation
Ensure preventive maintenance is fulfilled per schedules
Work on other assignments as designated by management

Skills

Equipment Repair

Preventive Maintenance

Lock Out/Tag Out

Hazmat Documentation

Battery Maintenance

Tool Inventory

Repair Logging

Safety Compliance

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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