Level I Technician

NFI Industries; Port Wentworth (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI Industries is seeking a Level I Technician located in Port Wentworth, Georgia. The role encompasses the complete maintenance services on equipment including forklifts. Candidates should be knowledgeable in mechanics and possess good customer service and communication skills while being able to handle lifting and working in various conditions.

This position is essential for ensuring equipment is properly maintained and productivity levels are met.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and/or pull 75 lbs or more without restriction.
• Capability to work outside in inclement weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance services on forklifts.
• Conduct fluid changes and filter replacements.
• Adjust brakes, inspect and repack wheel bearings.
• Keep a productivity level of 80-90%.

Skills

Mechanics hand tools

Customer service skills

MS Office applications

Excellent communication skills

Education

Post high school / technical school education

Job description

Overview

The Level I Technician performs all aspects of MHE planned maintenance service on equipment. This position requires knowledge of mechanics hand tools and basic automotive experience. Must have computer experience, good communication skills and good customer service skills. This position will report to a lead technician or manager.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for forklift (LP and electrical) Preventative Maintenance services
  • Fluid change, engine oil, transmission fluid, differential gear lube and hydraulic fluid.
  • Filter replacements, Air filter, oil filter, fuel filter and ATF filter.
• Perform Tune Up’s- adjust valves and replace spark plug and spark plug wires.
• Brake / riser adjustments
• Inspect and repack wheel bearings
• Inspect and water forklift batteries on a defined schedule
• Battery removal and installs
• Equipment paint touch ups as required
• Attachment pad rotations
• Part replacements as necessary – can include horns, lights, tires, etc.
• Meet a minimum of 60 Completed PM Services per month
• Keep a minimum of a 80 - 90% productivity level

Qualifications

• Post high school / technical school education not required, but desirable
• Customer service skills
• Computer applications using MS Office
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to lift and/or pull 75 lbs or more without restriction
• Must be able to work outside in inclement weather conditions
• Must be able to work in environment with excessive noise and respiratory hazards without restriction
• Must be able to stand or lie down for extended periods of time to repair equipment
• Must be able to have flexible movement: to reach equipment and/or parts and maneuver equipment
• Must have and keep a valid driver's license.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

LA County Applicants

The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.