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INTRODUCTION

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World. For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Responsibility: Perform routine and complex Forklift and other material handling equipment (MHE) repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the warehouse. Provide maintenance support as necessary to ensure operational objectives are met. Perform troubleshooting and repair of material handling equipment and other powered industrial equipment as assigned. Provide outside service provider oversight and monitoring.

What You’ll Do

- Performs in depth troubleshooting and preventative maintenance/repair of Forklift and MHE electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
- Rebuilds and/or replaces major components (i.e mast, undercarriage, transmissions, engines/motors, etc.).
- Inspects forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards.
- Maintains batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA Standards.
- Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, and any other testing instruments.
- Conducts tests of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards.
- Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records within the CMMS system.
- Keeps work area and tools 6S’d (well maintained, clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required.
- Shares knowledge, train and develop less experienced technicians.
- Work flexible shifts, if required, including on call.
- Performs related work and other job assignments as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 2+ years of Forklift Maintenance Experience OR
- 4+ years of other mechanic experience in lieu of specialized Forklift experience (i.e. auto, diesel, truck/trailer mechanic experience)
- Required to successfully complete assigned technical training and/or mechanical-electrical courses.
- Required training in HAZMAT; obtain and maintain certification.
- Basic computer skills required (email, internet searches, basic data entry, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience working in a Cold Storage environment
- Specialized forklift maintenance/repair training (Crown, Raymond etc.)
- Technical certification or degree
- Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnose down to the component level on material handling equipment
- Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –20 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).
- Must be able to work at heights in excess of 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalk
- 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.
- 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. Contact lenses are prohibited when working with ammonia.
- Able to work nights and weekends.
- Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam.

COMPENSATION

The Company’s good-faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for this position is $21.25 – $32.00 hourly. Rates may vary based on work location.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world. U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.