Mechanic, Tractor Trailer

What You'll Do:

Under general supervision works independently performing routine general maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse.

Essential Functions:

• Performs all repairs and adjustments of doors, dock levelers, freezer doors, sprinkler systems, and electrical work in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Performs basic maintenance and repairs on roofing systems.
• Performs routine maintenance on office and break room HVAC systems
• Inspects other operating equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards
• Test, maintain, and evaluate equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, pyrometers, and pressure gauges
• Maintain tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructed.
• Maintain batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA Standard.
• Conducts test of safety equipment (Exit signs, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, etc.) to ensure OHSA and operational standards.
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records
• Follow attendance policy, show up for work on time and ready to work assigned shift.
• Answer security alarm calls as needed.
• Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required.
• Able to perform routine maintenance on external equipment and grounds to include snow removal, painting, paving repairs, etc.
• Work flexible shifts, if required, including on call
• Performs related work and other job assignments as required

What Experience and Education You Need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Proficient in the troubleshooting and repair of electrical, plumbing, sprinkler systems, and carpentry.
• 2+ years of industrial and/or facilities maintenance experience

OR

• Equivalent technical or vocational certification in lieu of experience
• Knowledge of various types of equipment in maintenance trades

What Could Set You Apart:

• Experience working in a Cold Storage environment
• Vocational/technical certification and/or training
• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of -15 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation)
• Must tolerate heights up to 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
• Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to use hand and power tools
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and/or manipulate parts & tools
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eye glasses
• Able to work nights and weekends
• Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam

The starting rate for this position is $23.87 hourly. Rates may vary based on location.

Americold is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on job-related criteria and without regard to any legally-prohibited classification or status, consistent with applicable law.