Lead Forklift & PIV Technician - Fleet Reliability

Cabinetworks Group; Middlefield (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabinetworks Group in the United States seeks a Fork Lift PIV Lead Technician to oversee maintenance, repair, inspection, and reliability of all powered industrial vehicles across the facility.

You will lead the maintenance team, coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance, and ensure OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, and company safety standards are met to maximize uptime and reliability of fleet assets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Five or more years of experience maintaining powered industrial vehicles or material handling equipment.
• Previous leadership or lead technician experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, hydraulic systems, motors, drive units, steering systems, braking systems, and battery-powered equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and service manuals.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance and repair of all powered industrial vehicles, including forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and control system failures.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily repair activities to ensure equipment availability.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules to improve fleet reliability.
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with vendors for warranty work, major repairs, and technical support.
• Manage parts inventory and recommend critical spare parts to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history.
• Ensure all repairs comply with OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, and company safety standards.
• Support and mentor maintenance technicians with training and guidance.
• Assist with budgeting, equipment replacement planning, and fleet improvement initiatives.
• Participate in equipment evaluations and recommend upgrades to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns as needed to support production.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

CMMS

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Team mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Cabinetworks Group in the United States seeks a Fork Lift PIV Lead Technician to oversee maintenance, repair, inspection, and reliability of all powered industrial vehicles across the facility.

You will lead the maintenance team, coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance, and ensure OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, and company safety standards are met to maximize uptime and reliability of fleet assets.