Forklift Mechanic

Brown & Root; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services is seeking a skilled forklift mechanic in Ontario, CA to perform installation, maintenance, and repairs on industrial lift trucks with hydraulic, electric, and internal combustion systems.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, diagnostics, ordering parts, and documenting service repairs while ensuring safety and compliance with manufacturer specs. Applicants should have mechanical experience and be able to lift 50 lbs+

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years repairing forklifts in an industrial maintenance environment.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics, electrical systems, and internal combustion engines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license for field service.
• High school diploma, GED, or technical school training.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment and handheld tools.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance and repair of forklifts, including mast/attachments, brakes, and electrical systems.
• Diagnostics and repair of hydraulic systems, engines, and electrical components.
• Documentation of service repairs and adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Internal combustion engines

Diagnostics

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma / GED / technical training

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Handheld tools

Job description

A forklift mechanic performs, installs, maintains, and repairs industrial lift trucks, including hydraulic, electric, and internal combustion systems . Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical issues, ordering parts, and documenting service repairs. Candidates usually need mechanical experience, technical skills with diagnostics, and physical ability to lift 50+ lbs.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Preventative Maintenance & Repair:Conduct routine inspections, oil changes, tire/wheel changes, and repairs on mast/attachment components, brakes, and electrical systems.
• Diagnostics:Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, engines, and electrical systems on LP, gas, and diesel trucks.
• Documentation & Safety:Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and logs. Ensure equipment operates safely and adheres to manufacturer specifications.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge:Strong understanding of hydraulics, electrical systems, and internal combustion engines.
• Tools:Ability to use specialized diagnostic equipment and handheld tools.
• Physical Requirements:Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs, and work in various weather conditions.
• Experience:Previous experience as a heavy equipment or diesel mechanic is highly preferred.
• Licensure:A valid driver's license is required for field service roles.
• Education:High school diploma, GED, or technical school training
• Often involves working unconventional hours, including weekends or on-call emergency shifts.

Requirements

A forklift mechanic performs, installs, maintains, and repairs industrial lift trucks, including hydraulic, electric, and internal combustion systems . Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical issues, ordering parts, and documenting service repairs. Candidates need mechanical experience, technical skills with diagnostics, and physical ability to lift 50+ lbs.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Preventative Maintenance & Repair:Conduct routine inspections, oil changes, tire/wheel changes, and repairs on mast/attachment components, brakes, and electrical systems.
• Diagnostics:Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, engines, and electrical systems on LP, gas, and diesel trucks.
• Documentation & Safety:Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and logs. Ensure equipment operates safely and adheres to manufacturer specifications.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge:Strong understanding of hydraulics, electrical systems, and internal combustion engines.
• Tools:Ability to use specialized diagnostic equipment and handheld tools.
• Physical Requirements:Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs, and work in various weather conditions.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years repairing forklifts in an industrial maintenance environment.
  • Knowledge of how to utilize the appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment needed
• Licensure:A valid driver's license is required for field service roles.
• Education:High school diploma, GED, or technical school training
• Often involves working unconventional hours, including weekends or on-call emergency shifts.

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.