Forklift Mechanic
About The Position
The Forklift Mechanic (also described as a Forklift Field Service Technician) delivers field service to customers in the Carol Stream, Illinois territory and surrounding area. The role diagnoses and repairs electro-mechanical issues, completes installations, and performs scheduled maintenance and unscheduled repairs based on customer requirements. The technician analyzes equipment breakdowns, recommends corrective actions, and completes repairs efficiently and professionally while maintaining positive customer relationships. The position requires knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and material handling equipment, as well as the ability to read schematics, maps, blueprints, and manuals. The technician must operate a forklift and safely perform repairs in restricted spaces, including an operator compartment 16 to 20 inches wide. A company service van, gas card, and required tools are provided. The schedule offers a choice of four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days. The stated wage range is $28–$38 per hour, based on experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 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, courteous communication, and commitment to customer relations.
- Ability to safely operate equipment and personal hand tools and use available support resources effectively.
- Ability to operate a forklift and safely fit inside a 16- to 20-inch-wide operator compartment to perform 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 perform regular reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; and occasional climbing and balancing.
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods and regularly talk and hear to communicate with team members and customers.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose electro-mechanical issues, complete installations, and perform scheduled maintenance and unscheduled repairs according to customer requirements.
- Analyze equipment breakdowns, recommend corrective actions to customers, and execute repairs efficiently and professionally.
- Demonstrate professionalism and foster positive customer relationships while providing high-quality customer service.
Benefits
- Choice of a four-day work week with 10-hour shifts or a five-day work week with 8-hour shifts.
- Paid travel time after the initial 30 minutes per day.
- Comprehensive benefits package available within 30 days of hire, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with 100% company match on employee contributions up to 5%.
- Flexible spending account and health savings account.
- Parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Profit sharing.
- 18 paid days off each year.
- Referral bonus programs.
- Company-provided tools, a well-maintained service van, and company-paid gas card.
- Ongoing support for personal and professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
