Forklift Mechanic Apprentice

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k with partial match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. in the Northern Virginia area is seeking Forklift Mechanic Apprentices to learn the mechanics of material handling equipment maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs.

You will train in our 6–9 month program with a mentor, focusing on safety standards and customer interaction, preparing you for a career as a Field Service Technician. This entry level role offers growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and benefits, including medical/dental/vision, 401k, paid time off,

Qualifications

• Some mechanical experience is required.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow directions.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Clean driving record is a must.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Learn routine maintenance, diagnose and repair material handling equipment (forklifts, aerial lifts, pallet trucks, etc.).
• Complete required training certifications.
• Assist mechanics.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment per OSHA standards.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Positive attitude

Learn quickly

Customer service

Work ethic

Clean driving record

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Eastern Lift Truck Co.

Forklift Mechanic Apprentice

Currently, we are seeking Forklift Mechanic Apprentices to support our Northern Virginia territory. 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.

Compensation:

This position is paid hourly with a pay range of $23.00/hr. - $25.00/hr. Compensation is based on experience.

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.

Who is Eastern Lift Truck Co.?

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.

Find out more at: www.easternlifttruck.com

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