Cold-Storage Forklift Maintenance Technician I

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold in Napoleon, OH is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine repairs and preventive maintenance on forklifts and material handling equipment across the warehouse. You will support safety, compliance, and equipment reliability to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires forklift maintenance experience or related training, HAZMAT certification, and basic computer skills. The position may involve on-call shifts and working in cold storage conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year forklift maintenance experience or specialized forklift training, or 2+ years other mechanic experience.
• Complete assigned technical/mecanical-electrical training.
• Complete HAZMAT training and maintain certification.
• Basic computer skills for email, internet searches, and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair forklifts, pallet jacks, and MHE to meet OSHA standards.
• Maintain forklift batteries and chargers per OSHA.
• Test and evaluate equipment performance with proper instruments.
• Keep tools and machinery in good condition and use as instructed.
• Perform safety equipment tests for compliance with standards.
• Maintain preventive maintenance records in the CMMS.
• Keep workspace clean and organized; perform housekeeping duties.

Skills

Forklift maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Equipment inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/mechanical-electrical training

Tools

CMMS (Oracle)

Job description

Americold in Napoleon, OH is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine repairs and preventive maintenance on forklifts and material handling equipment across the warehouse. You will support safety, compliance, and equipment reliability to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires forklift maintenance experience or related training, HAZMAT certification, and basic computer skills. The position may involve on-call shifts and working in cold storage conditions.