Industrial Truck Mechanic

Dauch; Oxford (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch in Oxford, Michigan is seeking an Industrial Truck Mechanic responsible for repairing and maintaining electric, diesel, and gasoline industrial trucks. The role includes tasks such as inspecting machinery, overhauling engines, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Ideal candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have skills in blueprint reading and computer systems. A competitive starting wage of $36.76 plus shift premiums is offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and approval to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain electric, diesel, and gasoline industrial trucks.
• Inspect and measure parts to detect wear or problems.
• Observe and listen to trucks to determine malfunctions.

Skills

Basic blueprint reading skills

Ability to use Computer Systems

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Industrial Truck Mechanic will repair and maintain electric, diesel, and gasoline industrial trucks equipped with lifting devices. The starting wage for an Industrial Truck Mechanic is $36.76 plus a shift premium for off shifts (2nd shift: $.75/hour & 3rd shift $.75/hour).

Responsibilities

• Ability to use Computer Systems to perform tasks such as:
  • Read and send e‑mail.
  • Check inventory.
• Basic blueprint reading skills.
• Assist in PM work orders and support the Maintenance Team in equipment repairs.
• Follow all company, local, state, federal, MIOSHA, OSHA, and DEQ safety and environmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Observe and listen to trucks in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures. Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
• Install new ignition systems, change or recharge batteries, and replace transmissions and other parts.
• Overhaul gas or diesel engines.
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and adjust.
• Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
• Remove and replace worn or defective parts of the drive mechanism or hydraulic system.
• Adjust components such as clutches.
• Locate damaged hydraulic lines and replace them.
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired trucks to verify conformance to specifications.
• Occasionally drive pick‑up trucks/company cars if the operator has a valid driver’s license and is approved by the Company.
• Maintain and repair floor scrubber, including but not limited to:
  • Drive unit
  • Squeegee
  • Brushes
  • Water and hydraulic pumps

Required Skills and Education

• Valid driver’s license and approval to operate company vehicles.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to the aforementioned characteristics. For the disabled job seeker: we offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment.