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Material Equipment Technician III - Forklift Mechanic-May 2024
Northampton
May 3, 2025
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About Material Equipment Technician III - Forklift Mechanic

  Company:

  US0629 Sysco Allentown

  Zip Code:

  18067

  Minimum Level of Education:

  High School or Equivalent

  Minimum Years of Experience:

  6 Years

  Employment Type:

  Full Time

  Travel Percentage:

  COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

  The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco's actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

  PAY: 25.00 - 32.00 per hour based on experience

  Annual Boot and Tool allowance

  Outstanding benefits - www.syscobenefits.com

  Excellent full time career with a stable and growing company

  ** New site opening April 2024. Interviews and offer happening now!

  Move your Career FORWARD with SYSCO FOODS!

  JOB SUMMARY

  This is an Operations position responsible for overseeing the safe operation, daily monitoring, and maintenance activities associated with Material Handling Equipment (MHE), and maintenance of industrial batteries.

  RESPONSIBILITIES

  Demonstrate an understanding and adherence to all work safety policies, procedures, and governing requirements

  Proficient in electrical meter testing

  Knowledge of controls and electric (AC - alternative current & DC - direct current low voltage)

  Understanding and working knowledge of PLC's (programming logic controller) and PLC troubleshooting

  Motors and Motor starter knowledge (AC & DC)

  Motor starter knowledge

  Contactor and relay knowledge and repair

  Complete electrical repairs and welding projects as needed.

  Maintain power material handling equipment (MHE). Including preventive maintenance (PM) of MHE fleet, checking, draining and filling oil levels as needed, checking, adjusting, or replacing all belts and chains as needed, checking and troubleshooting electrical controls issues, replacing motors and controls, safety checks, PM per manufacturers recommendations

  Knowledge of hydraulic systems/schematics/components, electrical systems/schematics both AC and DC systems, drive motors, power amps, electrical controls including PLC systems

  Knowledge of mechanical systems including transmissions, drive units, differentials, braking systems, telescopic masts, reach mechanisms, steering systems, suspension systems

  Completes all special projects associated with building or grounds, as requested. Includes but not limited to moving furniture or fixtures, changing lights, light carpentry, painting, light plumbing, changing of light bulbs, repair of minor electrical devices

  Assist the battery technicians; duties will include assisting in battery charger repairs, battery changes for MHE, repair of plugs and tips of batteries and chargers, watering and washing batteries, acid spill clean up, battery rack cleaning, battery area sweeping and cleaning, setting equalizing charge on batteries, perform all other duties as assigned

  Participate in departmental on-call program, as designated

  Responsible for logging time and materials into the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) on a daily basis in the form of work orders, P.M.s, etc.

  Responsible for housekeeping, clean up of all maintenance areas/work areas on a daily basis.

  Maintain all tools and equipment in clean, safe, working order

  Adhere to all safety requirements and wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment required by the job

  Respond to emergency situations to ensure employee and facility safety

  Champion overall safety in the department

  Comply with OSHA, and other local, state and federal regulations

  Adhere to Organization and the Facilities Department policies and procedures including appropriate attire, grooming, and attendance

  Interact effectively, build relationships, and demonstrate a high level of cooperation

  Train and mentor MHE Tech I and II

  QUALIFICATIONS

  Preferred Education

  High School diploma or general education degree (GED);

  Tech school or equivalent is preferred (2 years)

  Preferred Experience

  Six years in a material or industrial maintenance position; or equivalent combination of education and related experienceCertificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

  Must possess a valid state Driver's License and provide proof of liability coverage meeting Company standards.

  Complete a Sysco approved a defensive driving program

  Obtain a Powered Industrial Equipment Certification from Sysco within 3 months

  MHE 8 hour maintenance tech certificate from MHE manufacturer (IE: Crown, Raymond, Hyster, etc.) - obtained after hire.

  Trade electrical I & II training (preferred)

  Professional Skills

  Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, or governmental regulations

  Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divides into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

  Physical Demands

  While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear.

  The associate is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and climb or balance.

  The associate is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

  The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

  Working Conditions

  While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions; and moving mechanical parts and may be required to work in confined spaces.

  The associate works non-traditional business hours including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and on-call.

  The associate may occasionally be required to travel to other Operating Companies or the corporate office as business needs dictate (i.e. training, business continuation, etc.).

  The associate is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and confined spaces.

  The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

  BENEFITS INFORMATION:

  For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

  OVERVIEW:

  Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

  We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

  AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

  Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

  This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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