technician forklift

Private Advertiser; Semenyih; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Semenyih, Selangor seeks an experienced Technician Forklift to maintain, repair and operate forklift equipment in our manufacturing and logistics facility. You will ensure safety, reliability and performance across warehouse and production areas.

You will perform routine inspections, diagnose faults, keep maintenance logs and support training for operators. On-site role requiring strong mechanical and hydraulic knowledge and attention to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as forklift technician or similar role in manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics
• Strong knowledge of forklift mechanics, hydraulic systems, and electrical components
• Valid forklift operation certification and, ideally, certification in forklift maintenance or repair
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and maintenance documentation
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve equipment issues efficiently
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high safety standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Physical capability to perform manual tasks and work at heights when necessary
• Good communication skills and the ability to document work performed accurately
• Preferably, experience with other material handling equipment or warehouse machinery

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on forklift equipment to ensure optimal operational performance and safety compliance
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and hydraulic faults in forklift machinery, including engines, transmissions, and lift mechanisms
• Conduct pre-operation checks and safety inspections before equipment is deployed in the facility
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and service logs for all forklift equipment
• Operate forklift machinery safely and efficiently during material handling operations as required
• Ensure all equipment complies with workplace safety regulations and industry standards
• Communicate with warehouse and logistics teams to address equipment downtime and prioritise urgent repairs
• Assist in training other operators on safe forklift operation and maintenance best practices

Skills

Forklift maintenance

Forklift mechanics

Hydraulic systems

Electrical components

Diagnose faults

Safety compliance

Technical manuals

Independent work

Education

Forklift operation certification

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Technician Forklift to join our operations team in Semenyih, Selangor. In this role, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of forklift equipment within our manufacturing and logistics facility. This position is critical to ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of materials throughout our warehouse and production areas, whilst maintaining the highest standards of safety and equipment performance. You will work on-site at our Semenyih location, playing a vital part in our supply chain operations.

Key responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and inspections on forklift equipment to ensure optimal operational performance and safety compliance

Diagnose and repair mechanical and hydraulic faults in forklift machinery, including engines, transmissions, and lift mechanisms

Conduct pre-operation checks and safety inspections before equipment is deployed in the facility

Maintain detailed maintenance records and service logs for all forklift equipment

Operate forklift machinery safely and efficiently during material handling operations as required

Ensure all equipment complies with workplace safety regulations and industry standards

Communicate with warehouse and logistics teams to address equipment downtime and prioritise urgent repairs

Assist in training other operators on safe forklift operation and maintenance best practices

What we're looking for

Proven experience as a forklift technician or similar role in manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics environments

Strong knowledge of forklift mechanics, hydraulic systems, and electrical components

Valid forklift operation certification and, ideally, certification in forklift maintenance or repair

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and maintenance documentation

Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve equipment issues efficiently

Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high safety standards

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced industrial environment

Physical capability to perform manual tasks and work at heights when necessary

Good communication skills and the ability to document work performed accurately

Preferably, experience with other material handling equipment or warehouse machinery