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Material Equipment Technician II - Forklift Mechanic-March 2024
Northampton
Mar 17, 2025
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About Material Equipment Technician II - Forklift Mechanic

  Company:

  US0629 Sysco Allentown

  Zip Code:

  18067

  Minimum Level of Education:

  High School or Equivalent

  Minimum Years of Experience:

  2 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: 22.00 - 26.00 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!

  POSITION SUMMARY:

  This is an Operations position responsible for assisting Material Handling Equipment (MHE) technician III with maintenance activities associated with material handling equipment, and maintenance of industrial batteries.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

  Knowledge of controls and electric (AC - DC low voltage)

  Complete small 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

  Preferred Basic knowledge of:

  Hydraulic systems/schematics/components

  Electrical systems/schematics both AC and DC systems

  Drive motors

  Power amps

  Electrical controls including PLC systems

  Preferred Basic 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

  Performs all other duties as assigned

  Participate in departmental on-call program, as designated

  Responsible for logging time and materials into 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

  Preferred Education and / or Experience:

  High School diploma or general education degree (GED);

  Tech school or equivalent is preferred (2 years)

  Four years in an industrial equipment maintenance position; or equivalent combination of education and related experience

  Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

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

  Professional Skills:

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

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

  Physical Demands:

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  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:

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

  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.

  NOTICE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the environment and level of work being performed by this job. This job description in no way states or implies that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only tasks to be performed by the employee in this job. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by his or her supervisor.

  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  This job description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity.

  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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