Forklift Mechanic

UFP Schertz, LLC; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Texas is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I to perform basic preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment and tools and to assist the Maintenance Department with various machine and building repairs. The role requires hands-on work, adherence to safety procedures, and accurate maintenance records.

The position supports the repair of woodworking machinery, infeed/outfeed systems, hand tools, and forklifts, while ordering parts as needed and participating in safety programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in machine repair in maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and control technology, and welding.
• Working knowledge of safe equipment practices and applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of hazardous waste and hazardous material handling procedures and practices.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Performs regular, preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, tools, and building.
• Assists in repair of woodworking machinery, infeed/outfeed systems, hand tools, and forklifts per manuals and specs.
• Orders supplies and parts as required.
• Maintains records of repair and maintenance activities.
• Adheres to safety rules and keeps work area clean and organized.
• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings.

Skills

Machine repair

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Control technology

Welding

Safety procedures

Hazardous waste handling

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic I is responsible for performing basic preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools, and assists other members of the Maintenance Department in various machine/building repairs.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs regular, preventative maintenance on all machinery, equipment, tools, and building


• Assists in the repair of woodworking machinery, infeed/outfeed systems, hand tools, and forklifts in accordance with diagrams, operating manuals, and manufacturer specifications


• Orders supplies and parts as required


• Performs preventive maintenance as scheduled


• Maintains records of repair and maintenance activities


• Performs duties consistent with established safety rules and procedures


• Maintains a clean and organized work area


• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings


• If assigned to Treating Department, performs duties consistent with hazardous waste and hazardous material handling procedures and practices


• Prepares various reports as required


• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma


• Minimum 1 year of experience in machine repair in maintenance


• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and control technology, and welding


• Working knowledge of safe equipment practices and applicable laws, rules, and regulations


• Demonstrate working knowledge of hazardous waste and hazardous material handling procedures and practices


• Must be at least 18 years of age

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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