Forklift Maintenance Technician: Troubleshoot & Repair

The Home Depot; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot in Houston is hiring a Maintenance Technician – Forklift Repair to ensure safe, reliable operation of powered industrial trucks within the facility. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair forklifts and related material handling equipment, performing preventive maintenance and working with operations teams to minimize downtime.

This role requires a minimum 1 year of experience, a trade school or equivalent credential, and the ability to work a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Trade school degree or equivalent required.
• Experience working with industrial electric forklifts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electric lift equipment and related material handling systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance and necessary modifications.
• Provides equipment status reports and documents maintenance activities.
• Adheres to safety guidelines and OSHA standards.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Basic computer skills

Experience with engine parts

Education

Trade school degree or equivalent

Job description

The Home Depot in Houston is hiring a Maintenance Technician – Forklift Repair to ensure safe, reliable operation of powered industrial trucks within the facility. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair forklifts and related material handling equipment, performing preventive maintenance and working with operations teams to minimize downtime.

This role requires a minimum 1 year of experience, a trade school or equivalent credential, and the ability to work a flexible schedule.