Forklift Mechanic

WeatherTech; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Personal time

Job summary

WeatherTech is seeking a skilled Forklift Mechanic to perform mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on company battery powered and propane lift trucks. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork within a fast-paced environment.

You will inspect, repair, and maintain forklifts, scissor and boom lifts, batteries, chargers, and related equipment, document service activities, and coordinate with the Fleet team to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience maintaining and repairing various mobile equipment (forklifts, floor scrubbers, stock pickers)
• Experience maintaining electric forklifts, Raymond or Toyota preferred
• Knowledge of hydraulic lift systems and troubleshooting
• Ability to operate all mobile equipment safely
• Basic computer skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work with minimal supervision and manage time effectively
• Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb for eight hours and lift heavy equipment
• Valid Driver’s License and safe driving history
• Fluent in English and authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, floor scrubbers, batteries, and battery chargers.
• Utilize hydraulic, air, power, and hand tools to perform repairs or replacements.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and perform unscheduled repairs.
• Maintain part inventory in parts room and on trucks.
• Keep work orders updated with time, status, and parts used.
• Verify vehicle serviceability by test drives after inspections and repairs.
• Adhere to OEM specs, safety guidelines and company procedures.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas and tools.
• Communicate clearly with Fleet team and site managers/leads.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Strong communication

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hydraulic lift systems

Job description

WeatherTech is seeking a well-qualifiedForklift Mechanic to perform mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on company battery powered/propane lift trucks.

This is a great opportunity to join the WeatherTech Team!

• High performing, reliable, and teamwork-minded employees are rewarded with a competitive compensation and benefits package including the potential to earn end of year bonuses and pay increases. This position has a starting rate of $30+/hour or more depending on experience.
  

As a Forklift Mechanic, you will

• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on company Forklift, scissor lifts, boom lifts, single man lifts, floor scrubbers, batteries, and battery chargers.
• Utilize specialized tools and equipment to conduct repairs or replacements such as hydraulic lift systems, air tools, power tools, hand tools, etc.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and perform unscheduled repairs.
• Maintain part inventory in parts room and on trucks.
• Maintain vehicle records and track performed services and repairs on all work orders.
• Keep Work Orders up to date with time, status of equipment and parts used on all tickets.
• Verify vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives after inspections and repairs.
• Perform all job functions in compliance with OEM Specs, safety guidelines and company policies/procedures.
• Keep all work areas in a clean and orderly condition, clean and maintain equipment/tools and van.
• Communicate clearly with the Fleet team and building Managers/Supervisors/Leads.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum 2 years’ experience maintaining and repairing various mobile equipment (forklifts, floor scrubbers, stock pickers)
• Possess prior experience maintaining electric forklifts, Raymond or Toyota experience, preferred
• Knowledge of the equipment, its capabilities and operational requirements
• Possess knowledge of hydraulic lift systems, electronic control code and troubleshooting
• Demonstrate the ability to safely operate all mobile equipment.
• Possess basic computer skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work with very little supervision and have excellent time management skills
• Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb for eight hours a day as well as lift and push heavy equipment
• Possess a valid Driver’s License and have a safe driving history
• Be fluent in English and authorized to work in the United States

Why you’ll love working at WeatherTech

WeatherTech is proud to offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for internal promotions and skill development, and a clean and safe workspace. Employees are offered an array of perks including:

• Outstanding BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois medical plans; as well as dental, vision, short and long term disability, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time