Forklift Mechanic

The Raymond Corporation • Hutchinson, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Associated is hiring a Forklift Mechanic for the Hutchinson, Minnesota territory. The position delivers field service to customers, including diagnosing and repairing electro-mechanical issues, completing installations, and performing scheduled maintenance and unscheduled repairs. The technician analyzes equipment breakdowns, recommends corrective actions, and carries out repairs efficiently and professionally while building positive customer relationships.

The role offers a choice of a four-day work week with 10-hour shifts or a five-day work week with 8-hour shifts. Travel time after the first 30 minutes per day is compensated. The hourly wage range is $28–$38, based on experience. Associated provides required tools and a well-maintained company service van with a company-paid gas card.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, plus one to three years of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic experience in a similar environment, or equivalent vocational education.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read schematics, maps, blueprints, and manuals.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and material handling equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to exchange information courteously and provide exceptional customer relations.
• Ability to safely operate various equipment and personal hand tools and to use available support resources effectively.
• Ability to fit safely inside a forklift operator compartment 16 to 20 inches wide and perform mechanical repairs in restricted, confined spaces.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds, and rarely lift over 110 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods and perform regular reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; and occasional climbing and balancing.
• Ability to talk and hear regularly to communicate with team members and customers.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose electro-mechanical issues and complete installations.
• Perform unscheduled repairs and scheduled maintenance according to customer requirements.
• Analyze equipment breakdowns, recommend corrective actions to customers, and complete repairs efficiently and professionally.
• Demonstrate professionalism and maintain positive customer relationships while providing customer service.
• Safely operate a forklift and use personal hand tools.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule with a choice of four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days.
• Paid travel time after the first 30 minutes per day.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a 100% company match on employee contributions up to 5%.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Profit sharing.
• 18 paid days off each year.
• Company-provided tools.
• Company service van and company-paid gas card.
• Referral bonus programs.
• Ongoing personal and professional development support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED