Forklift Mechanic - Chesapeake, VA

Dollar Tree; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Forklift Technician in a dynamic warehouse environment! This role is vital for maintaining and repairing powered industrial trucks, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. You will be part of a committed team that values safety and quality, working in a fast-paced atmosphere where your skills will shine. If you have a passion for industrial maintenance and enjoy hands-on work, this opportunity offers a chance to grow and contribute to a successful organization dedicated to serving its community.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience on forklifts or related equipment.
• Certificates in hydraulics, electricity, or electronics are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs all Powered Industrial Equipment under time constraints.
• Completes daily P.I.T. checklist to ensure equipment is working properly.

Skills

Industrial Maintenance

Hydraulics

Electrical Systems

Welding

Mechanical Systems

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Basic Hand Tools

Job description

Forklift technician:

Schedule:
Mon – Friday 3p – 11p (OT on Saturdays as needed)

We are looking for a 2nd shift Forklift Technician to join our amazing warehouse team! Join us - You’ll be proud to work for a successful, stable, growing Fortune 135 Company that is 100% committed to the safety of its Associates, helps families live lives better, and serves our communities in this time of need.

Our forklift technicians perform routine preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, troubleshoots and repairs all Distribution Center powered industrial trucks.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Troubleshoots and repairs all Powered Industrial Equipment under time constraints.
2. Follows work orders to in achieving productivity.
3. Develops knowledge base of different systems within the Distribution Center.
4. Initiates and implements new procedures and creates designs to keep present equipment/systems operating at 100% efficiency.
5. Communicates effectively with others to minimize potential downtime of equipment.
6. Makes sure workmanship is of highest quality.
7. Completes the daily P.I.T. checklist to ensure equipment is working properly and report any defects to management and/or maintenance.
8. Operates P.I.T. equipment in a safe manner.
9. Follows set safety procedures and guidelines to maximize personal safety.
10. Maintains an organized work area and promotes a safe working environment with the Maintenance department.
11. Follows all Company policies and procedures.
12. All other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements
Education: High School preferred.
Experience: Two plus years of industrial maintenance experience on forklifts or related equipment (verifiable) or one of the following equivalents: 1-year industrial maintenance experience and have certificates of completion for formal schooling in hydraulics, electricity or electronics. Forklift Technician III must be proficient in three of the following seven categories. (1) Electronic/Electrical, (2) Battery Equipment, (3) Other Equipment (scrubber, boom lift, etc.), (4), Machining/Lathe/Mill, (5) MHE Mechanical Systems, (6) Welding and (7) Hydraulics. Must have own set of basic hand tools.

Physical Requirements: Able to perform essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. These tasks require the ability to frequently lift up to 70 pounds. The Team Member should have adequate fitness level to meet the demands of frequent lifting, walking, standing, moderate climbing, occasional sitting, stooping and kneeling with or without reasonable accommodation. Team Member will operate P.I.T. equipment. Team Member will be required to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per Distribution Center requirements.

Working Conditions: Team Member will work in a non-climate controlled atmosphere, in which outside weather conditions greatly affect the building’s temperature although fans and heaters are used. Team Member may also work outside of the Distribution Center which may expose them to adverse weather conditions. The Team Member will occasionally be required to work on a platform raised up to 60 feet. Team Member may also be exposed to moving mechanical parts or equipment, fumes and airborne particles as regulated by OSHA.

Availability: Team Member will perform shift work and must be willing to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.