Maintenance Mechanic

Responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment, buildings, and fixtures of the distribution center.  Maintain lift trucks and keep them in good repair. The company also requires that all employees perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair plumbing. 

• Maintain electrical systems. 

• Maintain ventilation system. 

• Install, repair and replace racking. 

• Maintain doors. 

• Maintain shipping/receiving dock equipment. 

• Inspect and evaluate roof structure. 

• Weld, cut, design and repair aluminum and steel structures and devises. 

• Repair and maintain hydraulic systems, air compressors, fire system. 

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on lift trucks. 

• Repair other equipment as needed. 

• Repair and maintain battery chargers and batteries, keeping them in working condition. 

• Maintain tuggers, carts, pallet jacks, sweepers, scrubbers, and fork lift attachments. 

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Qualifications

Minimum

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.   

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. 

• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. 

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 

• Minimum 18 years of age. 

• Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency. 

• Ability to work weekends. 

• Ability to work overtime. 

• Ability to work any shift. 

• Accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Familiarity with distribution center terms and processes. 

• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects. 

• Ability to work within set time frames and fixed deadlines. 

• Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes. 

• Ability and willingness to continue education, as necessary. 

• Ability to operate the following special equipment, machinery, and/or special tools:  hand truck, hand and power pallet jack, power lift equipment (Company will train). 

• Valid driver’s license. 

• Limited Maintenance Industrial license. 

Desired 

• High school education or general education degree (GED) plus two years experience in plumbing, blueprint reading, general building maintenance, hydraulic and electrical experience; four years in electric or gas fork lift repair, or equivalent combination of education and experience.   

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family! 

What you’ll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!