Maintenance Helper

Smart Foodservice Stores LLC

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Aurora IL Until 9/29/2026 1+ years exp First posted July 31, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the food service industry?

Schedule:
Sun, Tues, Weds, 6AM- 2:30PM
Thurs & Fri, 2PM-10:30PM


Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law.  The expected base rate for this role is between $25 and $31. This role will also receive overtime compensation.
 
Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here:
https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html

US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

Daily Duties:

  • Park and charge production equipment at the start of the shift.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the battery area.
  • Water all the production equipment batteries.
  • Responsible repairing transportation two-wheel hand dollies.
  • Responsible for supporting the maintenance team with light facility and equipment repairs.
  • Other facility and material upkeep as assigned

Qualifications/Experience:

  • Candidates must be willing to learn materials handling equipment (MHE) and facility PM service repairs and have a willingness to be trained.
  • Must be able to get along with co-workers and respond to repair needs throughout the shift.
  • Work with Operations management and other departments in a positive, productive manner.
  • Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays
  • Must be able to communicate in English to receive and follow directions, interface with suppliers, and complete required paperwork for maintenance performed. 
  • Positive attitude, ability to work under pressure, and good attendance are required.
  • Good organization skills, detail orientated for accuracy.

Experiences and Knowledge Required:

High school diploma/GED preferred

Minimum 1-year experience preferred performing preventive maintenance or must be willing to be trained on MHE and PM repairs

Good interpersonal skills to establish and maintain co-worker relationships

Ability to read and follow written instructions in English

Ability to work varied shifts and a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends

Demonstrated ability to maintain good attendance and punctuality on the job

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands of the job require standing for long periods of time, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.  Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs.

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***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status*** 

About this role

Summary

Assist in equipment maintenance, repair, and facility upkeep, supporting maintenance team daily.

Job title

Maintenance Helper

Experience level

prefer 1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

food distribution

Location requirements

Aurora IL; on-site work required

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Englishorganizationlifting up to 80 lbs.willingness to learn MHE and PM repairs

Preferred skills

preventive maintenancematerials handling equipment

Specializations

facility repairspreventive maintenance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Aurora, IL, USA

On-site City