Forklift Technician

C&S Wholesale Grocers•North East, MD

4d•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Tech III, MHE position is to oversee and repair material handling equipment (MHE). This role will oversee the safe operation, repairs, and preventative maintenance of MHE equipment including electric and propane industrial forklifts, pallet jacks, hi-low lifts, scissor lifts, scrubbers/sweepers, battery charging stations and cars, batteries, etc. Provide assistance to Supervisor/Manager of Maintenance to ensure assets are managed in accordance with the following: Equipment/parts manufacturers, equipment/parts suppliers, EPA, OSHA and applicable State and Local Codes. Benefits start on day one! Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday 7am-5:30pm Compensation: $28-$35/hour Check out a day in the life here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=80m_3-7sWUw

Requirements

Extensive experience with Crown, Raymond, and Toyota material.
Manufacturer Certifications (Raymond, Crown, Toyota, etc.)handling equipment.
Detailed knowledge of hydraulic systems/schematics/components, electrical systems/schematics both AC and DC systems, drive motors, power amps, electrical controls including PLC systems.
Detailed knowledge of mechanical systems including transmissions, drive units, differentials, braking systems, internal combustion motors, telescopic masts, reach mechanisms, steering systems, suspension systems, etc.
General knowledge of building (Dock doors and plates, electrical, HVAC systems, etc.) systems.
Computerized Maintenance Management System experience for logging work orders and P.M's
Hydraulic systems, Electronic Systems, PLC/Low Voltage Control Systems
Some travel, site inspections, equipment inspections, mechanical repairs and replacements, all which require good mobility, physical exertion, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, carrying tools and parts, etc.
OSHA, ASE Certifications (Electrical, Mechanical, Braking Systems, etc.)
2-5: Relevant experience.
4 years: MHE Maintenance Position.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the repair of the MHE fleet including monitoring and trending, troubleshooting and repairs and preventative maintenance.
Conducting preventive maintenance (P.M.'s) within manufacturer's guidelines/specifications and established timelines to include oil changes, filter changes, calibration of equipment, belts changes, inspections, adjustments, lubrication, etc.
Concise reporting of required inspections, evaluations, P.M. procedures, etc. and clear communication with Management, etc.
Responsible for logging time and materials into computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) on a daily basis in the form of repairs, P.M.s, etc.
Responsible for daily communication of all pertinent information regarding equipment operation and maintenance to departmental management and other maintenance teams.
Responsible for housekeeping, clean up of all maintenance areas/work areas on a daily basis.
Required to interpret and understand plans and specifications, schematics, operating and maintenance manuals, etc. for all systems being overseen.
Assist manager/supervisor in developing standard operating procedures, daily work schedules, and duty cycles for all repairs and maintenance for MHE and battery equipment.
Assist in managing outside battery, MHE, and electrical contractors conducting service, repair and new contract work.
Assist management in creation of budgets for individual projects, yearly capital and yearly operating expenses.
This position will also assist the battery technicians. Duties will include assisting in battery charger repairs, battery changes for MHE, repair of plugs and tips of batteries and chargers, watering and washing batteries, acid spill clean up, battery rack cleaning, battery area sweeping and cleaning, and other general maintenance activities.
This position will also assist the building and refrigeration maintenance teams. Duties will include assisting in general building repairs, electrical troubleshooting and repairs, refrigeration systems repair and maintenance, and other general maintenance activities.
There may be times when support is needed at other facilities and travel may be asked of the associate.