Forklift Maintenance Technician - Premium Pay & Growth

Plastipak; Havre de Grace (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for skilled work

Recognition for expertise

Location off I-40 / I-95 corridor

Job summary

Plastipak in Havre de Grace, MD is hiring a Forklift Maintenance Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair forklifts, material handling equipment, dock doors, and related facilities gear to keep operations safe and efficient.

You will keep accurate maintenance records, perform safety checks, and manage parts inventory while coordinating with service providers for quotes and timely repairs.

Hours are Mon-Fri 6:45a-3:30p with overtime as needed; the role offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience maintaining forklifts or material handling equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals and schematics.
• Strong hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems knowledge.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and work orders.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and perform necessary repairs.
• Conduct safety checks and verify equipment performance after repairs.
• Maintain organized, clean repair area and 6S standards.
• Interface with service providers for quotes and timely repairs.
• Maintain parts inventory and submit requisitions per policy.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading schematics

Problem solving

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Fuel systems

Job description

Plastipak in Havre de Grace, MD is hiring a Forklift Maintenance Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair forklifts, material handling equipment, dock doors, and related facilities gear to keep operations safe and efficient.

You will keep accurate maintenance records, perform safety checks, and manage parts inventory while coordinating with service providers for quotes and timely repairs.

Hours are Mon-Fri 6:45a-3:30p with overtime as needed; the role offers a comprehensive benefits package.