Forklift Mechanic Apprentice — NOVA, Hands-on Training

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. seeks a Forklift Mechanic Apprentice in the Northern Virginia area. This entry-level program pairs you with a mentor through a 6–9 month training period to learn maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of material handling equipment in a shop setting and in the field.

Learn safety standards, gain hands-on experience, and progress toward a career as a Field Service Technician with a company that values growth and a family atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role requiring some mechanical exposure.
• Must possess a positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow directions.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Clean driving record is required (A MUST).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical experience

Positive attitude

Learn quickly

Customer service

Strong work ethic

Clean driving record

Job description

Eastern Lift Truck Co. seeks a Forklift Mechanic Apprentice in the Northern Virginia area. This entry-level program pairs you with a mentor through a 6–9 month training period to learn maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of material handling equipment in a shop setting and in the field.

Learn safety standards, gain hands-on experience, and progress toward a career as a Field Service Technician with a company that values growth and a family atmosphere.