Forklift & Conveyor Maintenance Technician — Flexible Schedule

The Home Depot; Morrison Heights (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Forklift Repair to ensure the safe, reliable operation of powered industrial trucks within the facility. This role performs troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on forklifts and material-handling equipment to minimize downtime and support seamless warehouse operations.

The technician upholds safety standards, maintains service records, and collaborates with operations teams to identify equipment needs and optimize performance.

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Experience working on Industrial electric forklifts (preferred).
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Trade school degree or equivalent in a related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electric lift equipment and conveyors, plus hydraulic and pneumatic issues; understands conveyor logic.
• Performs preventive maintenance and necessary modifications on lifts, conveyors, and buildings.
• Provides equipment status reports with details of unusual maintenance problems.
• Follows safety guidelines from manufacturers, Home Depot, and government agencies; adheres to OSHA standards.
• Keeps the work area clean and safe with daily cleanup.

Skills

Engine parts experience

Basic computer skills

Mechanical inclination

Education

Trade school degree

Job description

The Home Depot is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Forklift Repair to ensure the safe, reliable operation of powered industrial trucks within the facility. This role performs troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on forklifts and material-handling equipment to minimize downtime and support seamless warehouse operations.

The technician upholds safety standards, maintains service records, and collaborates with operations teams to identify equipment needs and optimize performance.