Forklift Maintenance Technician – Flexible Schedule

Home Depot; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot is looking for a Maintenance Technician - Forklift Repair to ensure safe, reliable operation of powered industrial trucks at our Virginia facility. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair forklifts and related material‑handling equipment, maintaining records and collaborating with operations to optimize performance.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and reporting on equipment status.

Qualifications

• Minimum trade school degree or equivalent in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electric lift equipment and conveyor systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance and necessary modifications on equipment.
• Provides equipment status reports on maintenance activities.
• Follows safety guidelines and OSHA standards.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift maintenance

Electrical diagnostics

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Education

Trade school degree or equivalent

Job description

The Home Depot is looking for a Maintenance Technician - Forklift Repair to ensure safe, reliable operation of powered industrial trucks at our Virginia facility. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair forklifts and related material‑handling equipment, maintaining records and collaborating with operations to optimize performance.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and reporting on equipment status.