Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and energetic Forklift/ Pallet Jack Mechanic to join our dynamic maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of heavy equipment, including forklifts, construction machinery, and industrial vehicles. Your expertise will ensure that all equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably, supporting our operational excellence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with diverse machinery and utilize your mechanical prowess in a fast-paced environment dedicated to safety and quality.
Duties
- Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on forklifts, construction machinery, and industrial equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues related to transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, diesel engines, air brakes, suspension, and HVAC components.
- Conduct detailed diagnostics utilizing schematics and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) manuals to identify faults accurately.
- Repair or replace components such as brakes, transmissions, tires, electrical wiring, and hydraulic systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Fabricate parts or modifications as needed using welding and fabrication techniques to enhance equipment functionality.
- Test repaired equipment to verify proper operation before returning it to service; perform heavy lifting as required during repairs.
- Maintain detailed service records, work orders, and diagnostic reports to ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a heavy equipment mechanic or forklift technician with dealership experience preferred.
- Strong mechanical knowledge of construction machinery maintenance, automotive diagnostics, and electrical systems.
- Proficiency in using schematics, diagnostic tools, welding equipment, and hand tools for repairs.
- Familiarity with diesel engine diagnostics, powertrains, air brake systems, alignment procedures, suspension systems, and hydraulics.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex equipment issues involving excavators, cranes, tractors-trailers, farm machinery, and other industrial equipment.
- Certification or training in heavy equipment operation is advantageous; relevant certifications include forklift certification and diesel mechanics credentials.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly.
- Physical ability to perform heavy lifting and work in various environmental conditions safely.
- Experience working with Raymond, Crown machines.
Join our team as a Forklift Mechanic and become a vital part of our commitment to operational excellence! We value safety-minded professionals who are passionate about maintaining top-tier equipment performance while delivering exceptional service. This role provides an engaging environment where your technical skills will directly impact our success—apply today!
Pay: From $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
