Forklift Mechanic

MEI Rigging & Crating•Morrisville, PA

About The Position

Provides maintenance for MEI’s fleet of forklifts, diesel trucks and tractors, and trailers. The fleet includes forklifts ranging from 6,000 pounds to Versa Lift 60/80,000-pound units, Peterbilt and KW tractors, and Landoll/KS RGN flatbed trailers. This is mid-level mechanic work involving diesel vehicles, routine preventive maintenance, brakes, and hydraulic systems. The role also involves inspecting and diagnosing equipment, verifying performance, maintaining service records, and keeping shop equipment and supplies ready for use. The job description notes possible exposure to year-round outdoor conditions and occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical shock risk, vibration, and high noise levels.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least two years of proven fleet mechanic experience with heavy equipment and vehicles.
At least one year of intermediate experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to work in a high-functioning team environment.
Demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, pride in work, open communication, and a commitment to peak performance.
Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including frequently climbing ladders or stairs; standing, walking, and sitting; lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; handling tools and equipment; and reaching, pulling, and grasping.
Vision abilities required include close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Construction industry experience.
Ability to use precision measuring tools and equipment, hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools.
Rigging experience.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance, brake service, and hydraulic-system work on diesel vehicles and fleet equipment.
Inspect vehicles and conduct diagnostic tests to determine condition and identify worn or damaged parts.
Keep equipment available by completing preventive maintenance schedules, installing component and part upgrades, controlling corrosion, and completing winterization procedures.
Verify vehicle performance through test drives and by adjusting controls and systems.
Maintain vehicle records by documenting services and repairs.
Keep shop equipment operational by following instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and arranging extensive or complex repairs.
Control costs by using warranties and evaluating service and parts options.
Maintain supplies by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt.
Complete housekeeping duties in the assigned area or project area daily and/or as needed.
Accept ownership of maintenance work, pursue opportunities to add value, and help maintain the maintenance department’s and organization’s reputation.
Work with safety awareness for oneself and everyone at the job site, contribute to a high-functioning team, and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers expect.