Forklift Mechanic

The Forklift Mechanic ensures forklifts remain in optimal condition through regular maintenance, timely repairs, and strict adherence to safety standards, supporting operational efficiency and workplace safety.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Repairs: Perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance on forklifts, including brake, hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, detect safety issues, and replace defective parts. System Expertise: Work on LP, gas, and electric; repair mast, attachment, and reach mechanisms; and maintain steering and drive units. Repairs: Work from a work order driven system via daily inspection reports Team Coordination: Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure fleet readiness and compliance with operational schedules

Requirements:

2+ years of experience in a related field, including maintenance of various lifts Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair as needed High school diploma or equivalent required Ability to meet all safety standards Self-motivated flexible team-player, with a service-oriented mind set and the persistence to following through on commitments in a timely manner. Ability to read/interpret schematics and equipment manuals. Strong time management and communication skills. Ability to multi-task in fast paced, deadline driven environment, as well as a strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Supervision Received: Works with minimal supervision. Issues and concerns need to be communicated to the supervisor

Physical Requirements:

Lifting: Frequently raises objects from a lower to a higher position or moves objects horizontally from position-to position. Weight is often more than 50 lbs. Push/Pull: Frequently uses upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. Weight is often more than 50 lbs. Reaching: Extends hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Weight is usually more than 50 lbs. Stooping: Bends body downward and forward at the waist. Weight is usually more than 50 lbs. Standing: Standing for sustained periods at a time. Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks often for sustained periods of time.

Manual dexterity as needed to operate a variety of machinery and equipment. Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises and smells associated with the plant.