Forklift Maint Tech 2 (49895)

Forklift Maintenance Technician 2

The Forklift Maintenance Technician 2 is responsible for the inspection, repair and maintenance of forklifts, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) and bots, carts, tugs and other wheeled factory equipment. This critical role involves troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, battery and electronic issues. This position will be performing preventative maintenance and major repair in addition to ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Equipment Inspection: Conduct thorough inspections of forklifts, ASRS and other vehicles to identify any mechanical or electrical issues. Regularly assess the condition of components such as brakes, tires, hydraulics, engine, and safety systems.
• Maintenance and Repair: Perform scheduled maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication, and other general servicing. Execute repairs and troubleshoot problems with vehicles, addressing issues like faulty wiring, hydraulic leaks, transmission problems and more.
• Preventative Maintenance: Follow maintenance schedules to prevent breakdowns and extend the lifespan of the forklift fleet. Adhere to manufacturer guidelines and best practices for preventative maintenance.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities including work orders, inspection reports and parts replacements. Use the equipment records in SAP to track and document tasks.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure that all forklifts and equipment meet safety standards and regulations. Regularly inspect safety features like lights, horns and alarms to guarantee safe operation.
• Training and Support: Provide training and guidance to forklift operators regarding proper equipment use and basic maintenance practices to enhance safety and efficiency.
• Emergency Repairs: Respond promptly to breakdowns or malfunctions, especially in critical operational situations, and work efficiently to restore equipment functionality.
• Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with supervisors and management to identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction and enhancing equipment performance.
• Compliance with Regulations: Stay up-to-date with industry regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and safety guidelines to ensure compliance and safe operations.
• Diagnosis: Capable of diagnosing charging and control problems on modern Lithium Ion vehicles and their smart chargers.
• Parts and Inventory Management: Monitor inventory of spare parts, components, and materials needed for forklift maintenance. Order and restock supplies as necessary to minimize downtime.

Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escalate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc. Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty adequately. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Maintain an active Haas Forklift certification.
• 5 years experience of forklift maintenance work.
• Work with little to no supervision.

Desired Qualifications:

• Education: One-year certificate from college or technical school is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred Major: Minimum Years of Experience: 5-10 years.

Must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions and safety rules; such as work instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Must be able to effectively present information to the following: in a one-on-one setting or small group situations for our customers, clients, and/or other employees of the organization.

Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. May need to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

Must have the ability to apply common sense and understanding in order to carry out written, oral, and/or diagram instruction forms. Must be able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Activity:
• • Duration:
  • • Sitting: Frequently
    • Standing: Frequently
    • Walking: Frequently
    • Bending (neck): Occasionally
    • Bending (waist): Occasionally
    • Squatting: Occasionally
    • Twisting (neck): Occasionally
    • Twisting (waist): Occasionally
    • Climbing: Occasionally
    • Kneeling: Occasionally
    • Crawling: Occasionally
    • Reaching (above shoulder level): Occasionally
    • Reaching (below shoulder level): Occasionally
• Hand Use:
• • Duration:
  • • Repetitive use of hand: Frequently
    • Simple grasping: Frequently
    • Power grasping: Frequently
    • Fine manipulation: Frequently
    • Pushing & Pulling: Frequently
• Vision:
• • Required:
  • • Close vision: Yes
    • Distance vision: Yes
    • Color vision: Yes
    • Peripheral vision: Yes
    • Depth perception: Yes
    • Adjust focus: Yes
• Lifting Requirements:
• • Duration:
  • • 0-10 lbs.: Frequently
    • 11-25 lbs.: Frequently
    • 26-50 lbs.: Frequently
    • 51-60 lbs.: Never
    • 61+ lbs.: Never
• Equipment Use:
• • Duration:
  • • This position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.: Frequently
• Work Environment:
• • Duration:
  • • This position operates in a general office or engineering lab environment: Occasionally
    • Employee will work around machining or on the production floor: Frequently
    • Employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration: Frequently
    • Employee is exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particles: Rarely
    • Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or extreme heat: Rarely
    • Employee is exposed to risk of electrical shock: Rarely
• Noise Level:
• • The noise level in the work environment is usually: Moderate and occasionally loud