Forklift Field Service Technician (Queens)
About The Position
Our Material Handling Group is currently looking for a full time Forklift Field Service Technician / Mechanic to support our customers in Queens. This position is first shift, M - F, and hourly (no flat rate!). The primary responsibilities of the position consist of, but are not limited to: Performing preventative maintenance on customer forklifts and other material handling equipment, diagnosing and repairing all forms of customer equipment, completing each repair job in a timely, efficient and professional manner, providing exceptional customer service, working and managing workloads independently, proper completion and submission of all required paperwork, incorporating Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities, performing other duties as assigned, and consistent, regular, and reliable attendance including being ready for work at the designated start time. We encourage our Technicians to participate in our in-house training program, allowing them to acquire additional skills in diagnosis and troubleshooting and further advance their career as a Technician. Also, company uniforms are provided!
Requirements
- Previous mechanic repair experience (forklift, heavy equipment, diesel, automotive) including experience in the Military, Guard or Reserve with an MOS or NEC code of 63B, 63H, 63S, 63W, 63Y, 91B, 91H, 91L, 91M or CM
- Strong working knowledge of electric and liquid propane units
- Excellent mechanical aptitude
- Possess own tools
- Computer programs - HYPASS, Hyster TKC training software and Hyster contact management system
- Intermediate Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
- Basic Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
- Intermediate Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Nice To Haves
- Technician/Mechanic with auto, diesel, agricultural, material handling, lift truck or heavy equipment repair experience
Responsibilities
- Performing preventative maintenance on customer forklifts and other material handling equipment
- Diagnose and repair all forms of customer equipment
- Completing each repair job in a timely, efficient and professional manner
- Providing exceptional customer service
- Work and manage workloads independently
- Proper completion and submission of all required paperwork
- Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Consistent, regular, and reliable attendance including being ready for work at the designated start time
Benefits
- Company van (parked at home each day)
- Company fuel card
- Company paid cell phone
- Tool insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Outstanding benefits package offering Dental, Vision, and 100% employer paid Medical insurance premiums, plus much more!
- 401(k) with match
- Competitive wages
- Company uniforms provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
