Forklift Maintenance Technician

Outstanding Benefits: Competitive wages, shift premiums, promotions from within 11 paid holidays Excellent PTO (Vacation and Personal Time) – Available after 60-days

Full Benefits including: Medical| Dental | Vision |Disability Insurance 401k Wellness program that gives back money for leading a healthy lifestyle

Responsibilities: Comply with all Pro Ampac safety policies and safe work practices.  Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on Raymond, Hyster, Cat, and Toyota Forklifts and other material handling equipment.    Complete fluid changes, including engine oil, transmission fluid, hydraulic fluid, and differential lubricants.    Replace filters, belts, spark plugs, ignition components, and other wear items as needed.  Conduct tune-ups, brake adjustments, steering repairs, and basic drivetrain maintenance. Inspect, maintain, and service industrial batteries, including watering, removal, installation, and minor repairs. Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic, and fuel system issues on forklifts and heavy equipment.   Perform detailed equipment inspections to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.  Replace and repair components such as tires, lights, horns, forks, attachments, and other equipment parts.    Complete touch-up painting and cosmetic repairs when required to maintain equipment appearance and usability.    Diagnose equipment issues accurately and recommend effective, timely repair solutions.    Use diagnostic tools and wiring schematics to identify and resolve electrical and control system problems.    Maintain accurate maintenance records, service logs, and documentation in line with company standards.    Interpret service manuals, repair procedures, and technical documentation to perform correct repairs.    Support senior technicians and collaborate with maintenance leadership to prioritize and schedule work.    Ensure all work complies with company safety standards and manufacturer specifications.    Maintain productivity targets while delivering high-quality service and minimizing equipment downtime.    Communicate clearly with operations and warehouse personnel regarding equipment status and repair timelines.    Provide professional, customer-focused service to internal stakeholders.   Use and maintain personal hand tools and keep work areas clean, organized, and safe. Travel occasionally to other locations as business needs require to support maintenance activities.

Requirements: At least 2 years of experience maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing electric or LP-powered material handling equipment, including forklifts  Hands-on experience with forklift repair and preventative maintenance  Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and fuel systems on forklifts and heavy equipment  High school Diploma or GED equivalent preferred  Current Technician Certifications preferred such as:  Toyota Forklift Certified Technician   Raymond Service Technician  Crown Lift Trucks Service Certification  Hyster-Yale Technician Certification   Mitsubishi/CAT/Uni Carriers Certification    Jungheinrich Certification  Any of the following ASE certifications are optional  ASE T Series (Medium/Heavy Truck)   ASE A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems   ASE A7 – Heating & Air Conditioning (if applicable)   ASE A8 – Engine Performance   ASE G1 – Maintenance & Light Repair  Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills  Experience in the following but not limited to:  Hydraulic system diagnostics   Electric forklift troubleshooting (24V, 36V, 48V, 80V systems)   AC drive motors and controllers   Curtis, ZAPI, or Sevcon motor controllers   CAN bus diagnostics   Lift cylinder rebuilding   Mast chain replacement and adjustment   Brake systems   Differential and transmission repair   Bearing replacement   Preventive maintenance programs   Diagnostic software and laptops   Reading electrical schematics   Multimeter and oscilloscope use  Written, English language communication skills necessary to write routine correspondence, maintenance logs and order forms  Working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Access and Microsoft Office Suite  Flexibility in work schedule  Working knowledge of diesel, gas, and electric mechanics  Targeted pay range:  USD$21-$34 Notice: This position is subject to both pre-employment and post-employment (random) drug testing. Additionally, we will conduct drug and alcohol testing in cases of reasonable suspicion and post-accident as deemed necessary.   Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Apply now!

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