Forklift Technician

BAILEY; Dayton (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Multiple health plans including 100% employer paid premiums

Generous 401K matching

Short and long term disability coverage

Industry-leading vacation plan

Assigned company vehicles

Training opportunities through Bailey University

Job summary

A family-owned forklift services company in Tennessee is seeking a Forklift Technician to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment. Candidates should possess strong mechanical and problem-solving skills and have a valid driver’s license. This role offers competitive pay, health plans, generous PTO, and growth opportunities through extensive training. Applicants will work independently and ensure customer satisfaction while adhering to safety practices in the field.

Qualifications

• Personable, reliable, ethical and intelligent.
• Able to adapt to customer, supplier, and coworker needs.
• Ability to work with minimal or no supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic inspections and identify failure causes.
• Maintain working records for time, parts, and supplies.
• Represent the company by maintaining a professional appearance.
• Keep detailed labor, parts, and service records for billing.
• Maintain and care for tools, equipment, and vehicle.
• Participate in job-related training and safety programs.

Skills

Strong mechanical skills

Strong communication skills

Problem solving skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Safe work habits

Ability to work with minimal Super-?

Education

Technical school certificate or equivalent experience

Job description

Bailey sold its first forklift in 1949. Since then, Bailey has been a family-owned and operated business dedicated to selling, leasing, renting, servicing, and providing parts for forklift trucks throughout the Southeast.

Forklift Technicians troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment and perform repairs and scheduled maintenance based on customer needs and requirements. Forklift Technicians are dedicated to customer satisfaction, responding in a timely, polite and professional manner. Mechanic assignments vary by task, tools required, and duration on a daily basis. Some jobs may require lifting up to 50 pounds with or without an accommodation. A Forklift Technician's work typically includes completing full inspections to check all components, especially all safety related items. Technicians will either fix the problem or alert customers of the problem, recommend repairs and offer quotes for the needed repairs, and complete any paperwork necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic inspections as directed. Obtain input from customer. Identify the cause of failure.
• Perform repairs or provide recommendations as needed using appropriate tools and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a clean work area and return to pre-repair or better condition.
• Maintain legible and detailed working records for time, parts, supplies and outside purchases in repairs. Maintain daily records of repairs for correct service billing.
• Maintain and care for tools, equipment and vehicles. Notify management of any need for repairs or replacements.
• Participate in job related training, including supporting the safety program, and maintaining licenses and certifications to avoid expirations.
• Represent Bailey by maintaining professional appearance, wearing Bailey uniform, keeping the vehicle and work areas clean, and being courteous and informative with customers.
• Handle other duties and special projects as assigned.

What we offer

• Competitive pay.
• Multiple health plans including one plan with 100% employer paid premiums.
• Generous 401K matching.
• 100% Employer paid short and long term disability.
• Industry-leading vacation plan with new employees earning 3 weeks of PTO per year and eligible for up to 5 additional sick days.
• Assigned company vehicles.
• A family owned and operated business that prioritizes the needs of our employees and customers.
• The ability to grow your career with us through substantial training opportunities for all team members. Training includes both OEM training with our manufacturers and proprietary training developed internally through Bailey University.

Requirements

The individual in this position should be personable, a problem solver, reliable, ethical, intelligent, and able to adapt to the forces around them—customers, suppliers, co-workers, and other vendors.

Education/Training/Experience

• Technical school certificate or equivalent experience in mechanical repairs.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong mechanical skills.
• Strong communication and problem solving skills.
• Safe work habits.
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills.
• Able to work with minimal or no supervision in the field.

License(s) or Certification(s) Required

• Valid Driver’s License

Required PPE Equipment

• Steel toed, non-slip, work boots (boot reimbursement provided by Bailey).
• Leather gloves, rubber gloves (provided by Bailey).
• Safety glasses (provided by Bailey).
• Hearing protection (provided by Bailey).
• Safety vest (provided by Bailey).

BAILEY is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to protected veteran status, qualified individuals with disabilities and all individuals without regard to

race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.