Forklift Truck Mechanic

Nailor Industries, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in HVAC products is seeking a Forklift Truck Mechanic for maintenance and repairs on various forklift trucks throughout their Houston facility. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical skills, a high school diploma, and must have completed a training course. Responsibilities include inspecting and ensuring operational safety of the forklift fleet, as well as performing repairs and routine maintenance.

Qualifications

• Completion of a forklift truck mechanics training course is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repairs on forklift trucks used in the facility.
• Inspects and maintains the forklift truck fleet.
• Removes unsafe equipment from operation.

Skills

Mechanical repair skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to use hand and power tools

Ability to read repair manuals

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of forklift truck mechanics training course

Job description

Nailor Industries, Inc. is known for our industry leading customer focused approach to providing innovative commercial and industrial HVAC products. Nailor manufactures a unique and comprehensive line of products including Air Control & Distribution products, VAV Terminal Units, Green Building products, Fan Coil Units, Electric Duct Heaters, Sound Attenuators, Air Handling Units, and Filter Housings.

Job Summary:

The Forklift Truck Mechanic will perform maintenance and repairs on forklift trucks used throughout the facility.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inspects forklift truck fleet to ensure trucks are working properly and safely.
• Identifies any forklift trucks that need repairs.
• Removes unsafe equipment from facility operating area and notifies supervisor.
• Repairs and maintains various types of forklift trucks including electric, gas-powered, and propane-powered.
• Tests forklift trucks to ensure repairs are completed correctly.
• Schedules and performs routine maintenance for forklift trucks.
• Ensures batteries for electric forklift trucks are fully charged.
• Replaces empty propane tanks on propane-powered forklift trucks.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to use hand and power tools to repair forklift trucks.
• Ability to read repair manuals for various types of forklift trucks.
• Excellent mechanical repair skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of forklift truck mechanics training course required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically capable of accessing all parts of the forklift truck needing repairs or maintenance, either by kneeling or lying on back.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.