About this opportunity
United Natural Foods lists this Forklift Mechanic opportunity in commerce, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Warehouse Mechanic
Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family-owned stores to Whole Foods Market and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Mechanic team today.
Purpose:
Repairs and maintains various types of forklifts including electric, gas powered and propane powered.
Tests forklift trucks to ensure repairs are completed correctly. Schedules and performs routine maintenance.
Essential Functions:
Ensure proper maintenance of all material moving equipment including sit down fork, stand up fork, dock picker, pallet jacks and sanitation equipment.
Diagnose problems related to motors, drive brakes, electronic, and hydraulic systems.
Tear down, repair and reassemble equipment.
Inspect, remove, and replace defective components and/or parts.
Perform preventative maintenance programs on equipment.
Identify and correct minor problems before they develop into a breakdown.
Use of appropriate power and hand tools.
Keep accurate records of preventative maintenance and all other work performed.
Keep accurate records of parts used for inventory control and order with approvals, as required.
Communicate with supervisor/manager daily regarding changes or problems with equipment.
Clean work area/warehouse equipment.
Other duties as required by management.
Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
Job Requirements:
Must have own hand tools required for applicable areas (complete journeyman toolbox).
Experience:
Three to five years trade school or equivalent material handling equipment maintenance experience.
Must have electrical knowledge of AC/DC controls.
Must have knowledge of hydraulics.
Must have knowledge of welding and power tools.
Must be able to inspect, repair and operate scissor lifts.
UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Company: UNFI Grocers Distribution Inc
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