Forklift & Conveyor Maintenance Technician

The Home Depot; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot in Baytown, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Forklift Repair to keep all powered industrial trucks running safely and efficiently. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electric forklifts and related material‑handling equipment, and collaborate with operations to optimize performance.

This role emphasizes safety, accurate service records, and preventative maintenance, with occasional travel and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience working with engine parts and related components.
• Basic computer skills to record maintenance data and service logs.
• Mechanical inclination and aptitude for troubleshooting machinery.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electric lift equipment, conveyor systems and related mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic issues.
• Performs preventive maintenance and necessary modifications on forklifts, conveyors and facilities.
• Provides equipment status reports detailing maintenance problems and proposed solutions.
• Follows safety guidelines from manufacturers, Home Depot, and government agencies, adhering to OSHA standards.
• Keeps work areas clean and safe, performing daily housekeeping.

Skills

General engine parts

Basic computer skills

Mechanical inclination

Education

Trade school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Home Depot in Baytown, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Forklift Repair to keep all powered industrial trucks running safely and efficiently. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electric forklifts and related material‑handling equipment, and collaborate with operations to optimize performance.

This role emphasizes safety, accurate service records, and preventative maintenance, with occasional travel and a flexible schedule.