Forklift Maintenance Tech II — Expert Repairs & PM

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold Logistics, LLC. in Sioux City, IA is seeking a skilled technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair forklifts and related material-handling equipment.

You will inspect, rebuild, or replace major components, maintain batteries and chargers, and help supervise outside service providers as needed. Responsibilities include keeping accurate preventive maintenance records in the CMMS, training less experienced technicians, and ensuring all work meets OSHA and company standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years forklift maintenance experience or 4 years other mechanic experience.
• Completion of technical training and/or mechanical-electrical courses.
• Hazmat training and certification maintained.
• Basic computer skills for email, internet searches, and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on forklifts and material handling equipment electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Rebuild or replace major components such as masts, undercarriages, transmissions, and engines or motors.
• Inspect forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to ensure OSHA and operational standards.
• Maintain batteries and chargers in working order according to OSHA standards.
• Test, maintain, and evaluate equipment performance using appropriate instruments.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records within the CMMS system and assist in training less experienced technicians.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Team training

Education

High school diploma or GED

HAZMAT training

Technical training or mechanical-electrical courses

Tools

CMMS (Oracle)

Job description

Americold Logistics, LLC. in Sioux City, IA is seeking a skilled technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair forklifts and related material-handling equipment.

You will inspect, rebuild, or replace major components, maintain batteries and chargers, and help supervise outside service providers as needed. Responsibilities include keeping accurate preventive maintenance records in the CMMS, training less experienced technicians, and ensuring all work meets OSHA and company standards.