Forklift Technician II

Americold Logistics • Phoenix, AZ

123d

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this position is to perform routine and complex repairs and preventative maintenance on Forklift and other material handling equipment (MHE) throughout the warehouse. The technician will provide maintenance support as necessary to ensure operational objectives are met, troubleshoot and repair material handling equipment and other powered industrial equipment as assigned, and provide oversight and monitoring of outside service providers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 2+ years of Forklift Maintenance Experience OR 4+ years of other mechanic experience in lieu of specialized Forklift experience (i.e. auto, diesel, truck/trailer mechanic experience).
• Required to successfully complete assigned technical training and/or mechanical-electrical courses.
• Required training in HAZMAT; obtain and maintain certification.
• Basic computer skills required (email, internet searches, basic data entry, etc.).

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a Cold Storage environment.
• Specialized forklift maintenance/repair training (Crown, Raymond etc.).
• Technical certification or degree.
• Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnose down to the component level on material handling equipment.
• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth troubleshooting and preventative maintenance/repair of Forklift and MHE electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Rebuild and/or replace major components (i.e mast, undercarriage, transmissions, engines/motors, etc.).
• Inspect forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards.
• Maintain batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Test, maintain, and evaluate equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, and any other testing instruments.
• Conduct tests of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records within the CMMS system.
• Keep work area and tools well maintained, clean, organized, etc., and perform housekeeping duties as required.
• Share knowledge, train and develop less experienced technicians.
• Work flexible shifts, if required, including on call.
• Perform related work and other job assignments as required.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Warehousing and Storage
• Education Level: High school or GED