Forklift Mechanic

FFE Transportation Services; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

FFE Transportation Services in Lemont, IL is seeking a dependable Forklift Mechanic to perform light maintenance on warehouse equipment and forklifts. You will help with yard maintenance, general dock cleanup, and report safety or maintenance issues promptly.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are preferred, background check and drug screen required.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented and dependable.
• Friendly and professional; self-starter.
• Able to learn, take on additional responsibilities.
• Reasoning ability and problem solving.
• English fluency.
• Experience in a commercial service environment preferred.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Perform light maintenance on warehouse equipment including forklifts.
• Conduct forklift maintenance and yard maintenance.
• General cleaning of dock, warehouse and yard areas.
• Identify and communicate potential safety or maintenance issues.
• Comply with safety policies and incident reporting.
• Work environment includes moving between buildings in all weather conditions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependable

Communication

Problem solving

Self-starter

English fluency

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and motivated Forklift Mechanic employee at our Lemont, IL location.

Light maintenance duties on warehouse equipmentForklift maintenanceYard maintenanceGeneral clean-up in dock, warehouse and yardIdentify and communicate potential safety or maintenance issuesComply with all safety policies and procedures relating to performance of tasks, use of products or supplies and incident reportingWork Environment and physical demands include, but are not limited to: walking, standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, push and pull objects, lift and move objects, repetitive bending and lifting, repetitive arm movements and transporting between buildings within facility in all weather conditionsREQUIREMENTS:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsDetail orientedFriendly and ProfessionalDependable WITH Reliable transportationSelf-starter; able to identify work that needs to be done and do it without being instructed to do soDesire to learn, seek new challenges and take on additional responsibilitiesReasoning ability; has good common sense with ability to solve practical problemsAbility to speak and write English fluently and relay information to office staffExperience in a commercial service environment preferredEmployment is contingent

upon passing a background check and drug screen.

FFE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace across the company in all departments. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.

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