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Albertsons Safeway is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every market it serves. The organization includes 2,230 stores, 27 distribution facilities and 19 manufacturing plants with over 250,000 employees across 34 states and the District of Columbia. The company is privately owned with supermarkets across the country that include: Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw's, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos.
The Supply Chain Department has an opening for a Truck Mechanic. This position is located in Portland, OR.
POSITION AVAILABLE: Facility Maintenance Mechanic
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Facility Maintenance Mechanics (Mechanics) perform preventive maintenance and repair on material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and conveyor systems. Mechanics also maintain and repair general building infrastructure which includes but is not limited to pallet racking, overhead doors, HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and electrical equipment. Mechanics maintain and repair a wide variety of industrial equipment such as sweepers, scrubbers, bailers, pallet sorters, dock levelers, carts, cranes, dollies and other equipment used in a warehouse environment. Mechanics may also perform maintenance and repair to compressors and other ammonia refrigeration equipment, change industrial batteries in material handling equipment, and maintain industrial batteries to achieve maximum lifecycle and operation. Mechanics are often tasked with light remodeling, carpentry and painting, moving office furniture, and working as assigned to prepare for and assist with work performed by outside contractors.
Mechanics perform inspections of equipment and building infrastructure as scheduled to find problems that may result in equipment failures and downtime. Mechanics will also troubleshoot and repair problems using advanced skills and techniques. Some work is done independently, and some is performed with other Facility Maintenance Team Members.
Mechanics are required to complete work orders, change job assignments as needed, manage their time effectively to maximize output, and work together with other Mechanics to ensure safe and efficient operations occur with minimal downtime to essential equipment and infrastructure.
SKILLS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Experience and training in trouble shooting, preventative maintenance and repair in the areas of material handling equipment, conveyors, and general building and facilities is preferred. Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems is preferred but not required. Mechanics must provide and use their own basic tools and a locking toolbox. Large or specialized tools are provided by the company.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, twist and turn frequently. Mechanics use repetitive motions with shoulders, arms, wrists and hands while performing many tasks. Working on, in, under or around equipment and infrastructure may require being in different positions to include working with arms overhead, laying prone, or from ladders and elevated surfaces while performing service procedures.
Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and at various heights to perform job duties. Ability to operate equipment such as maintenance related power equipment and hand tools, forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, scissor lifts, sweepers, scrubbers and various diagnostic equipment.
Mental alertness is necessary to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities. Ability to learn and follow Company and Distribution Center policies regarding safe operation of forklifts and pallet jacks, maintenance related power equipment and hand tools. Ability to learn and follow Distribution Center policies and procedures encompassing Purchase Orders, Parts Requisitions and Inventory and Maintenance Orders. Ability to read and comprehend all labeling on hazardous materials and equipment in the facility.
Exposures to potential hazards exist with respect to equipment and materials necessary to perform job functions. Potential exposure exists to high voltage current, welding equipment, vehicle and equipment lubricants and solvents. Noise exposure is within normal warehouse expectation
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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About Us
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success.
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Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).