Forklift Mechanic Apprentice

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; Delaware; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

401k with company match

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. in Laurel, DE is seeking an entry-level Forklift Mechanic Apprentice to start a rewarding career in material handling equipment maintenance.

You will learn under a mentor through a 6–9 month formal training program, covering safety, diagnostics, and repairs and gaining hands-on experience in the shop and with customers. The role focuses on routine maintenance, troubleshooting forklifts and aerial lifts, while you develop the skills to become a qualified Field Service

Qualifications

• Some mechanical experience required.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow directions.
• Exceptional customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to perform routine maintenance, diagnose and repair material handling equipment (i.e. forklifts, aerial lifts, pallet trucks, etc.).
• Complete required training certifications.
• Assist mechanics.
• Strictly adhere to all health and safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with Company and OSHA Standards.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Positive attitude

Ability to learn quickly

Customer service

Clean driving record

Job description

Eastern Lift Truck Co.

Forklift Mechanic Apprentice

Currently, we are seeking a Technician Apprentice to support our Laurel, DE location. We offer tremendous opportunity for growth, competitive compensation and benefits for individuals who want a career with a great company that maintains a family feel!

This is an entry level position where you can learn the mechanics of material handling equipment maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs. You will have a mentor to guide you through our 6–9-month formal training program, where you will learn how to maintain safety standards and interact with customers. From classroom modules to hands on training in the shop, we will prepare you for a career as a Field Service Technician!

Main Duties:

• Learn how to perform routine maintenance, diagnose and repair material handling equipment (i.e. forklifts, aerial lifts, pallet trucks, etc.)
• Complete required training certifications
• Assist mechanics
• Strictly adhere to all health and safety protocols
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with Company and OSHA Standards

Requirements:

• Some mechanical experience required
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Ability to learn quickly and follow directions
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent work ethic
• Clean driving record A MUST

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan.
• 401k with partial company match
• paid vacation and sick days
• paid holidays
• short- & long-term disability
• basic/supplemental life insurance policies.

Find out more at: www.easternlifttruck.com

Eastern Lift Truck Co., is a family-owned company, celebrating over 50 years strong. We provide sales, parts, rentals and service in all areas of the Lift Truck, Material Handling and Allied product business. At Eastern Lift Truck Co. we know that the employees are the ‘heart and soul’ of the company.

Eastern Lift Truck Co. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets