Job Attributes

Job ID 139139BR

Category Warehouse

Job Type Full Time

Location Sparks, NV

Location name Vistar-Retail West (4007)

Salary 25.00/HR

Posted March 03, 2026

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Company Description:

Vistar customers are everywhere people work, play, and shop. Vistar is America's leading candy, snack, and beverage distributor with more than 25 distribution centers delivering everything from popcorn to healthy meal replacements anywhere in the U.S. The company has thrived by innovating, exceeding customer expectations, and fostering a collaborative culture built on teamwork, doing what's right, and giving back to the communities they serve.

Job Description:

Schedule: Monday - Friday from 5:00 am to 1:30 pm. Overtime as needed
We Deliver the Goods:

Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose:

We value the safety of our associates! The Maintenance Mechanic keeps our associates safe by maintaining all equipment inside the warehouses/buildings and ensuring it meets industry standards and operates efficiently according to its specific tasks.

The Mechanic, Maintenance is responsible for repairs, adjustments, and ongoing maintenance of facilities. Performs general electrical and/or repairs of and various equipment on company premises. Conduct periodic inspections to determine maintenance work required. Maintains all equipment necessary to perform work.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

Obtains work schedule and daily production paperwork and prepare for operations. Performs daily safety checks.
Performs maintenance, repairs, and installations on various equipment within guidelines of processes and standards.
Maintains, replaces, builds, adjusts, and modifies the facilities, buildings, and the grounds according to a set schedule and in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Performs general housekeeping duties and keep maintenance area orderly and clean as required. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary reports and paperwork.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits:

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Qualifications:

An entry-level Gel Pack Technician performs basic maintenance, repairs, and inspections under supervision, focusing on routine tasks like gel mixing, film replacement, knife replacement, heat block cleaning, and simple diagnostics.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and inventory records of parts used.

• Troubleshooting: Identify and diagnose basic mechanical, electrical, or pneumatic issues, often under the guidance of senior technicians.

• Component Replacement: Remove and install worn or broken components like belts, bearings, chains, knives and sensors.

• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, to ensure a safe working environment.

• Upkeep: Cleaning tools, maintaining a tidy work area, and strictly following safety procedures.

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift heavy items (often up to 50-60 lbs).

• Exposure to noisy, hot, cold, wet, or dusty environments is common.

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

6+ months maintenance and repair or related area

Maintenance and repair or related area

Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check

Preferred qualifications:

1+ years maintenance and repair or related area

Certifications: OSHA Forklift operator certificate

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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