Sysco · 5 days ago
Material Handling Equipment Technician III
Fremont, CA
Part-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expSysco is a leading company in food distribution, and they are seeking a Material Handling Equipment Technician III. This role is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and safe operation of Material Handling Equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and assisting in battery maintenance activities.
Electrical DistributionFood and BeverageFood DeliveryHealth CareHospitalityLogisticsMarketingMeat and PoultryRestaurantsSales
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
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
Six years in an MHE maintenance position; or equivalent combination of education and related experience
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.)
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
Preferred
Tech school or equivalent is preferred (2 years)
Trade electrical I & II training (preferred)
Company
Sysco
Sysco sells, markets, and distributes food products to restaurants, hotels, and other hospitality businesses.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.25BKey Investors
Bank of America
2025-09-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Kevin Hourican
President and CEO
Peter Jackson
Chief Executive Officer Sysco Europe
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