Who We Are: USCS is driven to advance, innovate and serve companies seeking the best service, facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are employee focused, an equal employment opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team. 

The Job Details: We are looking for dependable hardworking individuals with good work habits, abilities to minimize downtime of all equipment and operate the facility at its maximum efficiency. In addition, we need someone who works well with others and is self-motivated. Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

•      Must have basic electrical skills.

•      Experience with forklifts and large industrial Battery maintenance.

•      General and preventive maintenance including rack repair.

•      Administration experience to complete daily log check sheets.

•      Building maintenance experience including Freezer doors, Dock doors and dock levelers.

•      Follow company policies, guidelines and work instructions.

•      Be professional and courteous to team members.

•      Assist supervision/management as needed.

The Job Specifics:

•      Location, Department and Work Hours:  Minooka, Maintenance & 2B Shift Tuesday-Saturday (3pm-11:30pm) & 3B Shift Monday-Friday (11pm-7:30am)

•      Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

•      Travel Amount: May vary

•      Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full-Time, Exempt JOB CODE

What We Are Looking For:

Education

•      High School Diploma or GED

Experience

•      Must be proficient in one or more areas of mechanics, electrical, welding or maintenance

•      2 to 3 years required

•      Excellent communication skills, written and oral.

•      Candidates will be required to successfully complete a mechanical aptitude test  

Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The physical demands described below are representative of those required of an individual performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

•      Good arithmetic, reading, and typing skills

•      Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time

•      Be able to see, speak and hear

•      Ability to work overtime as needed

•      May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or occasional standing, walking, lifting needed to carry out everyday activities. 

•       Understand and follow verbal instruction, written instruction and company policies. 

•      A starter that can work independently and coordinate with others

•      Follow safety procedures at all times.

•      Ability to manage stress and productivity guidelines

The Standard Details:

•      Always maintain a professional manner in appearance and communications.

•      Participate in staff and/or customer meetings if required.

•      Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality systems. 

•      Identify and record any issues relating to product, processes and/or quality.

•      Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through appropriate channels.

•      Verify the implementation of solutions.

•      Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.

•      Participate in Safety and Educational Training.

What’s In It For You:

A great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered:  401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year; If elected, Blue Cross Blue Shield after 30 days of service; Company Life Insurance; and a bunch of other great perks. 

Things We Need To Mention:

•      The above job description may not include all tasks necessary to complete the job.

•       Job functions may vary based on area of operation.  The job description is a listing of the most common tasks the associate will be required to perform in that job area.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.