Forklift Mechanic  

Core Responsibilities 

• Perform routine, emergency and preventative maintenance of forklifts. 

• Interpret manufacturer's technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs needed. 

• Troubleshoot forklift problems to include brake, electrical and hydraulic systems, detect imperfections, potential problems, safety issues and/or malfunctions. 

• Able to diagnose and repair mast and attachment components. 

• Good working knowledge of brake systems and tire/wheel changes. 

• Ability to work on electrical forklift systems. 

• Replace broken or defective parts from stock parts and/or order replacement parts for major repairs. 

• Reassemble forklifts and make all necessary adjustments for effective and safe operation. 

• Perform safety inspection of forklifts prior to being released back to the work floor. 

• Cleaning of equipment and other areas as required. 

• Ensure work area and methods used in carrying out job duties meet safety requirements. 

• Maintain an organized and neat work area. 

• Competent to complete legible service documents and logs for preventative maintenance tasks. 

• Learn new technical information and techniques to stay current with changing technology. 

Qualifications 

• Two or more years of experience in a related field, including maintenance of various lift trucks such as Hyster and Crown lifts. 

• Manufacturing, automotive, military or recent trade school graduates with applied skills. 

• 24-48 V Battery experience. 

• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a drug screen. 

• Able to work safely and follow company rules and procedures.