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US Foods

Supplies food to restaurants, hospitals and hotels

Building/Grounds Worker

Building & Property MaintenancePosted on Nov 12
Full-timeOklahoma City, OK, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • A minimum of one year of comparable maintenance, facilities, or related experience is required.
  • Basic electrical and plumbing knowledge is required.
  • Basic mathematical, reading, and comprehension skills are required.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions is required.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other associates is required.
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
  • Ability to communicate with associates and other departments is required.
  • Knowledge of warehouse operations and facility maintenance practices is required.
  • Ability to maintain clean, safe, and orderly work areas is required.
  • Ability to work in multiple temperature zones, including dry storage, cooler, freezer, and dock areas, is required.
  • Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed is required.
  • Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl while performing assigned duties is required.
  • Ability to lift and move objects as required by the position is required.
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors throughout the year is required.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding maintenance, sanitation, and groundskeeping activities is required.
  • Ability to follow applicable company safety procedures and equipment operating requirements is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform basic maintenance duties, including cleaning, painting, electrical, plumbing, and general building repairs.
  • Complete general carpentry, painting, and basic office remodeling projects.
  • Inspect and maintain dock levelers.
  • Perform basic plumbing duties and maintain or repair sprinkler systems as assigned.
  • Inspect warehouse racking and perform repairs or replacements as needed.
  • Conduct building inspections and audits related to food safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements, electrical standards, and structural integrity.
  • Clean administrative buildings, garages, and other assigned areas.
  • Remove ice buildup from freezer ceilings, floors, and travel areas.
  • Collect recyclable materials and handle them according to company guidelines.
  • Coordinate with and assist sanitation personnel as needed.
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas throughout the facility.
  • Perform lawn and grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, watering, and seasonal improvements.
  • Complete snow and ice removal, including plowing, salting, and shoveling around buildings, parking lots, and sidewalks.
  • Assist with seasonal facility maintenance projects.
  • Coordinate and perform office moves, including workstation setup, filing systems, seating arrangements, and ergonomic adjustments.
  • Transport products, supplies, and records between the warehouse and other buildings.
  • Maintain storage boxes and records in accordance with company retention guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate and organized records according to division standard operating procedures.
  • Complete required annual training.
  • Perform other assigned duties.

Desired Qualifications

  • Additional vocational or technical training is preferred.
  • Previous experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment is preferred.

About the Company

US Foods

Supplies food to restaurants, hospitals and hotels

US Foods distributes food, kitchen supplies and equipment to independent restaurants, restaurant chains, hospitals, hotels and schools across the United States, and it is one of the country's largest foodservice distributors. It buys from manufacturers and growers, stores products in regional warehouses and delivers them on its own trucks, earning a margin on each case it sells. Meat and seafood make up its largest product category, followed by dry groceries and refrigerated and frozen foods. Restaurant owners can order through its MOXē app, and the company sells its own exclusive brands next to national labels. Its roots go back to an 1853 grocery wholesaler, and it is based in Rosemont, Illinois.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Rosemont, IL
Founded
1853

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