Forklift Technician

Wolter, Inc.•Garner, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Forklift Road Technician to join our service team. This position is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of forklift and material handling equipment at customer locations. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical repair experience and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics.
Basic computer and internet proficiency.
Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
Ability to diagnose and solve complex equipment issues independently.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and stretching.
Ability to work in confined spaces, under equipment, and in elevated positions.
Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of parts and equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Exposure to dirt, dust, grease, fumes, noise, and temperature fluctuations.
Ability to safely use personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, steel-toe boots, and protective clothing.

Nice To Haves

Technical school certification or associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair hydraulic system components.
Tear down and rebuild hydraulic cylinders.
Fabricate and replace hydraulic hoses.
Repair hydraulic valves and related components.
Diagnose and repair forklift electrical systems (12V–80V).
Repair electrical motors, including teardown and rebuild.
Repair safety lights, horns, switches, and wiring systems.
Diagnose and repair brake systems.
Replace brake shoes, pads, wheel cylinders, master cylinders, and wet brake components.
Perform scheduled maintenance services including: Engine oil and filter changes, Transmission servicing, Hydraulic system servicing, Air, fuel, and hydraulic filter replacement, Brake adjustments, Mast chain measurements, adjustments, and replacement, Safety and performance inspections.
Remove and install tires and wheels.
Service wheel bearings through cleaning, inspection, and lubrication.
Diagnose and repair steering components including: Tie rods, Steering knuckles, Hydraulic steering cylinders, Steering columns, Steering hoses and valves.
Perform annual and quarterly inspections on aerial lifts and scissor lifts.
Diagnosing and repair: Engines, Transmissions, Transfer cases, PTO systems.
Perform maintenance and component replacement such as: Water pumps, Alternators, Starters, Tune-ups.
Travel to customer locations to perform repairs and maintenance.
Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
Perform additional duties as assigned.