Forklift Mechanic

Fluor Corporation; Montville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corporation seeks a maintenance technician to diagnose, repair and perform planned Preventive Maintenance on mobile equipment such as forklifts, skid steers and platform lifts. You will work with the planning department to keep CMMS records up to date and assist in millwright tasks on a 24x7 heavy industry site.

Requirements include a high school diploma/GED, 4+ years on mobile equipment, and strong knowledge of precision maintenance, bearings, gearboxes and lubrication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience on mobile equipment.
• Knowledge of precision maintenance with bearings, couplings, gearboxes, seals, bushings, torque and lubrication.
• Ability to read layouts, system drawings and equipment specs.
• Knowledge of standard and specialized maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and perform planned preventive maintenance on industrial mobile equipment.
• Maintain records in CMMS tied to work orders.
• Assist in millwright duties at heavy industry sites, 24x7 operations.
• Liaise with planning to schedule repairs and maintenance.
• Ensure safety and proper operation of equipment after service.
• Work with OEMs to diagnose issues and order parts.

Skills

Bearings

Couplings

Gearboxes

Seals

Bushings

Interference fits

Torque

Pumps

Rotating equipment

Lubrication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big‑picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

Job Description Summary: This position’s primary responsibility will be to safely diagnose, repair and perform planned preventative maintenance on industrial mobile equipment such as forklifts, skidsteers, platform lifts, etc. You will perform scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, inspections, and service requests including replacement, and modifications of equipment or systems as needed or requested by the client. You will be required to work with the planning department to keep appropriate records in the electronic CMMS program tied to individual work orders. May also be required to assist in millwright job duties in a team environment at a heavy industry work site which operates 24x7. Requires ability to work flexible hours as needed and be available for call‑ins as required. Regular work schedule is Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complies with all Fluor Corporation safety requirements and programs.
• Represents the company by servicing equipment on client site, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, analyzing, diagnosing and repairing equipment and systems.
• Work with the storeroom to maintain critical spare part inventory for repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Work with the Planning Department to schedule all upcoming repairs and maintenance.
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with client customers, vendors, and co‑workers through effective oral and written communication skills.
• Perform Precision Maintenance with bearings, couplings, gearboxes, seals, bushings, interference fits, torque, pumps, rotating equipment, lubrication, etc.
• Checks safety and limit controls for proper setting before returning equipment to service.
• Work with OEM to diagnose issues and ensure proper parts are ordered.
• Other duties assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED).
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience working on mobile equipment preferred or a combination of technical schooling and experience.
• Must have knowledge of Precision Maintenance with bearings, couplings, gearboxes, seals, bushings, shrink fits, torque, pumps, rotating equipment, lubrication, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret building layouts, system drawings and manufacturers’ equipment specifications.
• Knowledge of standard and specialized maintenance practices.

Job Requirements

Mental Demands

Understand and carry out oral instructions; read and carry out written instructions to perform work tasks; work at varying heights; recognize, avoid, and report safety hazards; assemble and disassemble objects; operate equipment and power tools.

Physical Demands

See hazards, safety warnings, and barriers; bend knees for lifting and routine work tasks; stoop for work positioning and lifting to perform work tasks; lift maximum 50 lbs without assistance; ability to comprehend, and respond to audible/visual instructions, alarms and warnings; climb/balance on ladders, scaffolding, and structures for work tasks; kneel for work positioning and work task performance; reach above shoulders and away from body to perform work tasks; demonstrate manual dexterity to perform work tasks.

Working Conditions

Work in extreme heat or cold; work where noise level is above 85 decibels; work in wet/humid environment; work in cramped quarters; work in environment of fluctuating ventilation; work inside and outside.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.