Forklift Technician I

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Lula (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Americold Logistics, LLC. in Lula, GA is looking for a Forklift Operator to maintain and repair material handling equipment. This role involves performing routine inspections and repairs on forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has experience in forklift maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, and is comfortable working in cold environments. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of forklift maintenance experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine forklift repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Inspect and maintain material handling equipment.
• Conduct tests of safety equipment and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Forklift maintenance experience

Basic computer skills

Troubleshooting skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World. For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature‑controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well‑being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.

Primary Responsibility

Under general supervision, perform routine forklift and other material handling equipment (MHE) repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the warehouse. Provide maintenance support as necessary to ensure operational objectives are met. Perform basic troubleshooting and repair of material handling equipment and other powered industrial equipment as assigned. Perform general refrigeration, dock door/leveler, plumbing, electrical, and building maintenance as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect and perform routine repair of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards.
• Maintain batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Test, maintain, and evaluate equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, and other testing instruments.
• Maintain tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructed.
• Conduct tests of safety equipment to ensure OSHA and operational standards.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records within the CMMS system.
• Keep work area 6S’d (clean, organized, etc.) and perform housekeeping duties as required.
• Perform other maintenance‑related work and job assignments as required.
• Able to work flexible shifts if required, including on call.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1+ year of forklift maintenance experience.
• Specialized forklift maintenance/repair training (Crown, Raymond, etc.) or
• 2+ years of other mechanic experience in lieu of specialized forklift experience (e.g., auto, diesel, truck/trailer mechanic experience).
• Required to successfully complete assigned technical training and/or mechanical‑electrical courses.
• Required to train in HAZMAT, obtain and maintain certification.
• Basic computer skills required (email, internet searches, basic data entry, etc.).

What Could Set You Apart

• Experience working in a cold storage environment.
• Specialized forklift maintenance/repair training (Crown, Raymond, etc.).
• Technical certification or degree.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose down to the component level on material handling equipment.
• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Physical Requirements

• May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –20°F and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold, and precipitation).
• Must be able to work at heights in excess of 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to use hand and power tools.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eye glasses. Contact lenses are prohibited when working with ammonia.
• Able to work nights and weekends.
• Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

Benefits

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose, and a values‑driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.

U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off; some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Position

Forklift Operator

Location

3801 Cornelia Hwy, Lula, GA