Responsible for assisting mechanics in daily repair work. The company also requires that all employees perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
- Maintain industrial lift truck batteries.
- Water and wash batteries.
- Repair battery cables, connectors, covers and chargers.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.
- Ability to work weekends.
- Ability to work overtime.
- Ability to work any shift.
- Familiarity with distribution center terms and processes.
- Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
- Ability to work within set time frames and fixed deadlines.
- Ability and willingness to continue education, as necessary.
- Ability to operate the following special equipment, machinery, and/or special tools: hand truck, hand and power pallet jack, powered lift equipment (Company will train).
Desired
- High school education or general education degree (GED) plus six months experience in mechanical field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.
As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer family!
What you’ll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page! 
