Forklift & Trailer Mechanic

HYDRA; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

HYDRA is seeking a hands-on forklift mechanic to service, inspect, diagnose and repair lift trucks on site. You will replace parts, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure safe operation with accurate service documentation.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, forklift certification, and 1+ years of lift truck maintenance experience. A valid license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• 1+ years maintenance experience with lift trucks up to 14,000 lbs preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; knowledge of industrial electricity up to 440V preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background, drug screen, and physical.

Responsibilities

• Service, inspect, diagnose, and repair forklifts and components.
• Replace defective parts from stock or order replacements.
• Perform preventative and routine maintenance on forklifts.
• Troubleshoot brake, electrical, fuel, battery, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain and update service logs and relevant records.
• Ensure safety inspections before forklifts are released to floor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift Certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the safe and timely performance of regular service, maintenance, and repair work on lift trucks; responsible for ensuring forklift fleet remain in sound mechanical and operational condition, maximizing utilization while minimizing repair/maintenance costs and downtime.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Service, inspect, diagnose, and repair forklifts, systems and components timely and efficiently ensuring regulatory compliance and safe operation.
• Replace broken or defective parts from stock parts and/or assist with ordering replacement parts for frequent repairs.
• Interpret manufacturer's technical manuals and regulatory standards to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs needed.
• Perform routine, emergency and preventative maintenance of forklifts.
• Interpret manufacturer's technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs needed.
• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain forklift problems to include brake, electrical, fuel, battery and hydraulic systems, detect imperfections, potential problems (structural, mechanical, etc.), safety issues and/or malfunctions.
• Diagnose and repair mast and attachment components.
• Repair and maintain LP, gas and diesel systems.
• Replace broken or defective parts from stock parts and/or order replacement parts for major repairs.
• Reassemble forklifts and make all necessary adjustments for effective and safe operation.
• Perform safety inspection of forklifts prior to being released back to the work floor.
• Implement and maintain 5S – Clean equipment, tools, work areas and other job-related areas as required to maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Ensure work area and methods used in carrying out job duties comply with all safety requirements.
• Maintain an organized and neat work area.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining inventory levels for parts, supplies and equipment needed to perform tasks.
• Assist with upkeep and maintenance of all facilities related equipment.
• Maintain in-house electronic applications to include, mileage reports, purchase requisitions, work orders, and equipment apps.
• Complete and maintain legible service documents and logs for preventative maintenance tasks and update electronic systems as required.
• Learn new technical information and techniques to stay current with changing technology.
• Maintain thankful, respectful, polite, and courteous attitude.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification and applicable state certification for forklifts.
• Manufacturing, automotive, military or recent trade school graduates with applied skills preferred or 1+ years of experience in a related field, including maintenance of various lift trucks brands with ratings up to 14,000lbs.
• Foundation of mechanical aptitude and ability
• Knowledge of industrial electricity up to 440 volts preferred.
• Able to work safely and follow company rules, policies and procedures.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background check, drug screen and physical.
• Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
• Accuracy and attention to detail is absolutely required, as well as a track record of reliability, confidentiality, and conscientious work habits.
• Ability to work independently, with little supervision, and to organize and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to adapt and work efficiently in a rapidly changing dynamic environment with deadline pressures.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as equipment repair, maintenance and procedure manuals, work instructions, etc.
• Ability to foster a cooperative and collaborative work environment.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k).
• 401(k) matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance.

Work Location

In person