Forklift Mechanic Apprentice - Upper Marlboro

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; Maryland; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the material handling industry is looking for a Forklift Mechanic Apprentice in Upper Marlboro, MD. This entry-level position offers a structured training program, competitive pay, and benefits. Join a family-oriented business that values its employees and offers growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Sick Days

Holidays

Short- and Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with a 6–9-month training program.
• Must have a clean driving record and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform maintenance and repairs on material handling equipment.
• Assist experienced mechanics and complete training certifications.
• Follow health and safety protocols.

Skills

Mechanical Experience

Positive Attitude

Ability to Learn Quickly

Customer Interaction Skills

Job description

Forklift Mechanic Apprentice - Upper Marlboro

Eastern Lift Truck Co. is seeking a Technician Apprentice to support our Upper Marlboro, MD location. We offer excellent growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and benefits for individuals interested in building a career with a company that maintains a family-oriented environment.

This entry-level position involves learning the mechanics of material handling equipment maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs. You will be mentored through a 6–9-month formal training program, which includes classroom learning and hands-on shop training to prepare you for a career as a Field Service Technician. The program emphasizes safety standards and customer interaction skills.

Main Duties:

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

Requirements:

• Some mechanical experience
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Ability to learn quickly and follow instructions
• Clean driving record (MUST)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Compensation:

This hourly position offers a pay range of $24.00/hr to $26.00/hr, based on experience.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans; 401(k) with partial company match; paid vacation, sick days, holidays; short- and long-term disability; and basic/supplemental life insurance policies.

Eastern Lift Truck Co. is a family-owned business celebrating over 50 years of service. We specialize in sales, parts, rentals, and service in the Lift Truck and Material Handling industries. We value our employees as the heart of our company.

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