Forklift Mechanic

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain forklifts and other Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs)
• Diagnose and repair AC/DC electrical systems, motors, starters, contactors, relays, hydraulics, transmissions, brakes, steering, wheels, and suspension
• Use electrical meters and diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve equipment issues
• Troubleshoot PLCs and electrical control systems
• Perform preventive maintenance, including oil changes, belt and chain inspections, and battery maintenance
• Repair forklift batteries, chargers, plugs, and tips; perform battery watering, washing, and general battery-area maintenance
• Perform welding and electrical repairs as needed
• Document maintenance, parts, and labor in the CMMS
• Respond to equipment emergencies and get machinery safely back into service
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance area
• Work closely with the operations and maintenance teams to keep equipment running reliably
• Follow OSHA and company safety requirements and help maintain a strong safety culture

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of forklift maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and combustion systems
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical schematics
• Comfortable using electrical meters and other diagnostic equipment
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach
• Ability to respond quickly and safely when equipment issues arise

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school education, ideally two years or more
• MHE 8-hour maintenance technician certification from a recognized manufacturer such as Crown, Raymond, or Hyster
• Forklift repair and diagnostic experience
• Welding experience
• PLC troubleshooting experience
• Technical degree or other formal maintenance training

Why This Role?

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional who likes diagnosing problems, fixing equipment, and keeping an operation moving. You'll have a direct impact on equipment uptime and safety while working with a wide range of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and battery systems.

If you know forklifts inside and out and want a role where your troubleshooting skills actually matter, we'd like to hear from you.

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