DC Maintenance Technician- Forklift Repair
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 upholds safety standards, maintains service records, and collaborates with operations teams to identify equipment needs and optimize performance. The position performs repair and preventive maintenance work on electric lift equipment, conveyor systems, and buildings. It also involves reporting equipment status and unusual maintenance problems, following applicable manufacturer, company, and government safety guidelines, and keeping work areas clean. The position reports to an Area Supervisor and has no direct reports.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through completion of a trade school degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
- At least 1 year of work experience.
- Basic computer skills.
- Mechanical inclination.
- Experience working with general engine parts.
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 as needed.
- 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, and government agencies, including applicable safety codes and OSHA standards.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by performing daily cleanup of work areas.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
