Forklift Maintenance Technician

High Liner Foods USA; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

High Liner Foods USA in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to service forklifts, batteries, and dock equipment in a fast‑paced warehouse environment. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, and coordinate with external service providers for major repairs.

You must have a high school diploma and at least 5 years of maintenance experience in warehouse or manufacturing settings, with experience servicing forklifts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Experience servicing forklifts and industrial batteries.
• Knowledge of dock doors, dock levelers, and warehouse equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Coordinate with external service providers for major repairs when required.
• Maintain maintenance records and equipment service schedules.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot forklift batteries and charging systems.
• Monitor battery watering, charging cycles, and overall battery health.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair warehouse dock doors, dock levelers, seals, shelters, and restraints.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and operational issues.
• Coordinate vendor repairs for specialized equipment when necessary.
• Follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular equipment inspections and identify safety concerns.
• Participate in workplace safety programs and training.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and equipment standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Preventative maintenance planning

Equipment troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Safety-focused mindset

Time management

Independent work

Communication and teamwork

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Technician certification

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Material Handling Equipment

• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Coordinate with external service providers for major repairs when required.
• Maintain maintenance records and equipment service schedules.

Industrial Battery Maintenance

• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot forklift batteries and charging systems.
• Monitor battery watering, charging cycles, and overall battery health.
• Ensure battery room safety procedures are followed and maintained.
• Perform routine inspections of battery chargers and related electrical equipment.

Dock Equipment Maintenance

• Inspect, maintain, and repair warehouse dock doors, dock levelers, seals, shelters, and restraints.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and operational issues.
• Coordinate vendor repairs for specialized equipment when necessary.
• Conduct regular safety inspections to ensure compliance and operational reliability.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular equipment inspections and identify safety concerns.
• Participate in workplace safety programs and training.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and equipment standards.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Experience servicing forklifts and industrial batteries.
• Knowledge of dock doors, dock levelers, and warehouse equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a physically demanding environment.

Preferred

• Forklift Technician certification or related trade certification.
• Experience with electric forklifts and battery management systems.
• Knowledge of PM (Preventative Maintenance) programs.
• Basic welding and fabrication experience.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Preventative maintenance planning
• Equipment troubleshooting
• Attention to detail
• Safety-focused mindset
• Time management and prioritization
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

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