Forklift Technician

Brown-and-Root-Industrial-Services; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services seeks a forklift mechanic to install, maintain, and repair industrial lift trucks, including hydraulic, electric, and internal combustion systems. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and accurate service documentation.

Candidates should have hands-on mechanical experience, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and familiarity with diagnostic tools and handheld equipment. Weekend or on-call shifts may occur with safety standards strictly followed.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of hydraulics, electrical systems, and internal combustion engines.
• Ability to use specialized diagnostic equipment and handheld tools.
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs and work in various weather conditions.
• Minimum 3 years repairing forklifts in an industrial maintenance environment.
• A valid driver's license is required for field service roles.
• High school diploma, GED, or technical school training.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance and repair: Inspect, oil changes, tire/wheel changes, and repairs on mast/attachment components, brakes, and electrical systems.
• Diagnostics: Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, engines, and electrical systems on LP, gas, and diesel trucks.
• Documentation and safety: Maintain service records, work orders, and logs, and ensure equipment operates safely and per manufacturer specifications.

Skills

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Internal combustion engines

Diagnostic equipment

Handheld tools

Heavy equipment experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED/technical training

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Handheld tools

Job description

A forklift mechanic performs, installs, maintains, and repairs industrial lift trucks, including hydraulic, electric, and internal combustion systems . Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical issues, ordering parts, and documenting service repairs. Candidates usually need mechanical experience, technical skills with diagnostics, and physical ability to lift 50+ lbs.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Preventative Maintenance & Repair:Conduct routine inspections, oil changes, tire/wheel changes, and repairs on mast/attachment components, brakes, and electrical systems.
• Diagnostics:Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, engines, and electrical systems on LP, gas, and diesel trucks.
• Documentation & Safety:Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and logs. Ensure equipment operates safely and adheres to manufacturer specifications.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge:Strong understanding of hydraulics, electrical systems, and internal combustion engines.
• Tools:Ability to use specialized diagnostic equipment and handheld tools.
• Physical Requirements:Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs, and work in various weather conditions.
• Experience:Previous experience as a heavy equipment or diesel mechanic is highly preferred.
• Licensure:A valid driver's license is required for field service roles.
• Education:High school diploma, GED, or technical school training
• Often involves working unconventional hours, including weekends or on-call emergency shifts.

Requirements

A forklift mechanic performs, installs, maintains, and repairs industrial lift trucks, including hydraulic, electric, and internal combustion systems . Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical issues, ordering parts, and documenting service repairs. Candidates need mechanical experience, technical skills with diagnostics, and physical ability to lift 50+ lbs.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Preventative Maintenance & Repair:Conduct routine inspections, oil changes, tire/wheel changes, and repairs on mast/attachment components, brakes, and electrical systems.
• Diagnostics:Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, engines, and electrical systems on LP, gas, and diesel trucks.
• Documentation & Safety:Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and logs. Ensure equipment operates safely and adheres to manufacturer specifications.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge:Strong understanding of hydraulics, electrical systems, and internal combustion engines.
• Tools:Ability to use specialized diagnostic equipment and handheld tools.
• Physical Requirements:Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs, and work in various weather conditions.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years repairing forklifts in an industrial maintenance environment.
  • Knowledge of how to utilize the appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment needed
• Licensure:A valid driver's license is required for field service roles.
• Education:High school diploma, GED, or technical school training
• Often involves working unconventional hours, including weekends or on-call emergency shifts.

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.