Forklift Maintenance Technician - Flexible Schedule

Home Depot; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Depot is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Forklift Repair to ensure safe, reliable operation of powered industrial trucks within the facility. The role covers troubleshooting, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs to minimize downtime and support warehouse operations.

Responsibilities include repairing electric forklifts and conveyors, performing preventive maintenance, and providing status reports.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Experience working on industrial electric forklifts.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Trade school degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Basic computer skills and mechanical inclination.
• Able to lift moderate weight and work in a loud environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electric lift equipment, conveyors, and related hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance and necessary modifications on equipment and facilities.
• Provides equipment status reports with details on maintenance issues.
• Follows safety guidelines per manufacturer, Home Depot, and OSHA standards.
• Maintains a clean, safe working environment.

Skills

Forklift repair

Mechanical aptitude

Flexible schedule

Safety compliance

Education

Trade school degree

Job description

Home Depot is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Forklift Repair to ensure safe, reliable operation of powered industrial trucks within the facility. The role covers troubleshooting, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs to minimize downtime and support warehouse operations.

Responsibilities include repairing electric forklifts and conveyors, performing preventive maintenance, and providing status reports.