Forklift Mechanic

R+L Carriers; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

R+L Carriers is seeking a Forklift Mechanic at our Elgin, IL Service Center to repair, rebuild, and maintain forklifts, pallet jacks, and hydraulic lifts.

This full-time role offers Monday–Friday shifts and a benefits package. You can earn up to $42.48 per hour, with PTO after 90 days and access to our employee resorts. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of repair experience and own tools.

Join a fast-paced team and contribute to safe, efficient operations at R+L Carriers.

Qualifications

• Must have a clean driving record for the past 5 years.
• 3 years of experience repairing/maintaining industrial forklifts.
• Electric and manual pallet jack repair/maintenance experience.
• Aerial lift repair/maintenance experience is a plus.
• Must be able to use a computer to create repair work orders.
• Must have your own tools on site; company provides specialized tools.
• Must be able to lift 100 lbs.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and be self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Repair, rebuild, and maintain forklifts, pallet jacks, and hydraulic lifts.
• Diagnose issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Create and manage repair work orders in the system.
• Assist with safety and equipment documentation.

Skills

Forklift repair

Pallet jack repair

Electrical systems

Computer skills

Safety compliance

Job description

Mechanic Forklift, Earn up to $42.48 hr.

Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts

PTO available after the first 90 calendar days of employment and enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes our very own employee resorts.

Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers.

R+L Carriers has an immediate opportunity for Forklift Mechanics at our Elgin, IL Service Center. Preferred Candidates will have the ability to lift up to 125lbs, work in a fast-paced environment as well as rebuild, repair, and maintain forklifts, pallet jacks, and hydraulic lifts. Other duties as required by management.

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Requirements / Qualifications

• Must have a clean driving record for the past 5 years.


• 3 years of experience with the repair/maintenance of industrial fork trucks.


• Electric & manual pallet jack repair/maintenance experience.


• Aerial lift repair/maintenance experience would be a plus.


• Must be able to use a computer for several different task including creating repair work orders.


• Must have your own tools on site. The company will provide specialized tools.


• Must be able to lift 100 lbs.


• Work in a fast-paced environment and be self-motivated.

Benefits

R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

About Us

R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success. There are many other transportation companies capable of picking up and delivering freight. However, we believed our customers select us because of the efforts of our employees.