DC Maintenance Technician- Forklift Repair

The Home Depot • New York, NY

1d • $27 - $39

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician – Forklift Repair is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of powered industrial trucks within the facility. The role involves troubleshooting, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs on forklifts and related material-handling equipment to minimize downtime and support warehouse and production operations. The technician follows safety standards, maintains accurate service records, and collaborates with operations teams to identify equipment needs and optimize performance.

The position reports to an Area Supervisor and has no direct reports. Overnight travel is typically required less than 10% of the time. The role involves regularly standing or walking and handling or carrying materials or equipment of moderate weight (8–20 pounds). Working conditions are typically comfortable but include regular exposure to temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Have at least 1 year of work experience.
• Have knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through completion of a trade school degree program or an equivalent degree in a related field.
• Have experience working with general engine parts.
• Have basic computer skills.
• Have mechanical inclination.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on industrial electric forklifts.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electric lift equipment and conveyor systems, including technical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues; understand and troubleshoot conveyor operating-system logic.
• Perform preventive maintenance and necessary modifications on electric lift equipment, conveyor systems, and buildings.
• Provide equipment status reports, including details of unusual maintenance problems.
• Follow safety guidelines established by the manufacturer, The Home Depot, or government agencies, and adhere to safety codes and OSHA standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by cleaning work areas daily.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree