Forklift & Equipment Maintenance Technician

Home Depot; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Depot is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Forklift Repair to ensure safe and reliable operation of powered industrial trucks in the facility. This role performs diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on forklifts and material-handling equipment, collaborating with operations to optimize performance.

The position requires experience with industrial forklifts, willingness to work a flexible schedule, and adherence to safety and OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to obtain a trade school degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Experience working on industrial electric forklifts is preferred.
• Basic computer skills for diagnostics and service reporting.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electric lift equipment, conveyors, and related hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electric lift equipment and conveyors.
• Provides equipment status reports detailing maintenance issues.
• Follows safety guidelines and OSHA standards; maintains a safe work area.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the work environment.

Skills

Forklift experience

Basic computer skills

Mechanical inclination

1 year experience

Education

Trade school degree or equivalent

Job description

Home Depot is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Forklift Repair to ensure safe and reliable operation of powered industrial trucks in the facility. This role performs diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on forklifts and material-handling equipment, collaborating with operations to optimize performance.

The position requires experience with industrial forklifts, willingness to work a flexible schedule, and adherence to safety and OSHA standards.