Forklift Technician

Y-Axis; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Company 401K match

Paid holidays & PTO

OT eligibility

Job summary

Concentric is seeking a Forklift Technician to perform routine maintenance on industrial equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, tuggers, floor scrubbers, and golf carts. You will troubleshoot failures, perform root-cause analyses, and repair equipment per manufacturer guidelines.

The role requires travel to multiple sites, strong mechanical/electrical skills, and the ability to work independently while maintaining safety standards and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical repair skills.
• Proven experience in electric forklift repair.
• Willingness to travel to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Maintain industrial mobile equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures, including root cause analysis, research potential warranty, rework and repetitive repairs using historical equipment data via Field Connect.
• Complete all repairs of equipment in a timely manner and by the manufacturer’s repair guidelines.
• Make judgment and decision making by considering costs/benefits of actions to choose the best course.
• Perform audits on equipment per PM Planning tools schedule in the Field Connect service platform.
• Communicate information to supervisors, coworkers, and subordinates by phone, in writing, email, or in person.
• Complete all work orders and service records accurately and on time according to Concentric time standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely entry of work hours in Paylocity time-keeping platform.
• Perform all work safely, adhere to safety requirements, keep work areas clean, and complete safety training modules on time.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Electric forklift repair

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Hydraulics

Conveyor maintenance

Equipment auditing

Customer interaction

Computer literacy

Time management

Technical documentation

Job description

Job Title

Electric Forklift Repair, Mechanical Skills, Electrical Skills, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Hydraulics, Conveyor Maintenance, Equipment Auditing, Customer Interaction, Computer Literacy, Time Management, Technical Documentation

Facilities Services

Description

Concentric is the first national industrial power services organization delivering forklift and critical power as well as maintenance solutions that ensure uninterrupted, sustainable facility power. The company’s signature solutions, Guaranteed POWER® and Perpetual POWER® are industry firsts, improving reliability, sustainability, and safety to solve the power problem for facility leaders. Concentric helps data centers, distributors, manufacturers, utilities, communications infrastructure and more develop resilience in their power systems while making the energy transition with less risk. With a national network of service professionals, Concentric provides engineering, installation and maintenance/management for power equipment including backup batteries, UPSs, generators, energy storage, micro grids, forklift power, onsite maintenance and more.

Job Summary

The Forklift Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance on industrial equipment, including but not limited to forklifts, scissor lifts, tuggers, floor scrubbers and golf carts.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintain industrial mobile equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures, including root cause analysis, research potential warranty, rework and repetitive repairs using historical equipment data available through the Field Connect service platform.
• Complete all repairs of equipment in a timely manner and by the manufacturer’s repair guidelines.
• Make judgment and decision making by considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate course of action.
• Perform audits on equipment per the PM Planning tools schedule in the Field Connect service platform.
• Communicate information to supervisors, co‑workers, and subordinates by phone, in writing, e‑mail, or in person.
• Complete all work orders and service records accurately and on time according to Concentric time standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely entry of work hours in Paylocity time‑keeping platform.
• Perform all work in a safe manner, adhering to customer and Concentric safety requirements, keeping work areas clean and organized daily, and completing safety training modules on time.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Strong equipment repair, mechanical and electrical skills.
• Proven experience in electric forklift repair; primary focus on electric trucks.
• Willingness and ability to travel to multiple sites.
• Hydraulics, conveyor experience is a plus.
• Self‑motivated and able to manage time and attendance with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills to support work order documentation and customer interaction.
• Some computer skills; familiar with using a computer.
• Capable of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds, crouching and/or navigating confined areas.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of a service technician.
• Willingness to learn and be trained.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL a plus but not required.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.

Benefits

Competitive pay – plus incentive opportunities and overtime potential for hourly employees.

Three medical plan options with employer premium contribution that start on day one.

Employee‑paid dental and vision insurance that starts on day one.

Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution on eligible High‑Deductible Health Plans (HDHP).

Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available.

Employee‑paid life and AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage that start on day one.

Company‑paid 401K plan with 100% match on the first 4% of employee contributions.

Eight paid holidays.

Full‑time employees receive a total of 128 hours of paid time off (PTO) annually.

Employee‑paid accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Employee‑paid legal plans, identity protection, pet insurance, and home & auto discounts.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, up to 8 hours; use hands to lift, maneuver, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. May need to wear approved PPE and maintain a high level of self‑awareness of surroundings. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Performed primarily in customer facility locations. Noise level is moderate to heavy, occasionally requiring hearing protection.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Concentric Company considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Additional Information

This job description is subject to change at any time.