Maintenance Technician (1156266)

The Judge Group; Yeadon (Delaware County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group in Yeadon, PA seeks a Powered Industrial Equipment Technician to service stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, batteries, scissor lifts and related equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspect for wear, and troubleshoot issues to keep operations running smoothly.

On-site duties include coordinating with Warehouse and Operations, reporting safety issues, and maintaining tools and parts.

Qualifications

• Experience in equipment repair, industrial maintenance, or forklift service.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Basic understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple repair priorities.
• Able to clearly communicate equipment issues with supervisors and affected departments.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on powered industrial equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and battery issues.
• Inspect equipment and ensure safe operation; escalate complex repairs.
• Coordinate with warehouse teams to prioritize repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Communication

Attendance reliability

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Location: Yeadon, PA

Salary: $25.00 USD Hourly - $32.00 USD Hourly

Description

Powered Industrial Equipment Technician

The Technician Will Primarily Support

• Stand-up high-reach trucks & Counterbalance forklifts
• Powered walkie pallet jacks
• Industrial batteries and charging systems
• Scissor lifts
• Other powered material-handling equipment as needed

Preventive Maintenance

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on powered industrial equipment.
• Conduct daily inspections for wear, damage, leaks, loose components, and other developing issues.
• Lubricate, adjust, inspect, and replace normal wear components in accordance with preventive maintenance schedules.
• Identify equipment issues before they result in breakdowns or unsafe operating conditions.

Troubleshooting and Repair

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and battery-related issues.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and return equipment to service quickly and safely.
• Repair or replace common components such as wheels, brakes, controls, cables, switches, hoses, batteries, and related parts.
• Use basic diagnostic tools and sound troubleshooting practices to identify equipment problems.
• Test equipment after repairs to confirm proper and safe operation.
• Escalate complex repairs to outside service providers when necessary.

Safety and Equipment Condition

• Maintain powered industrial equipment in safe operating condition.
• Identify and report unsafe equipment conditions.
• Remove equipment from service when necessary until repairs are completed.
• Follow lockout/tagout and other required maintenance safety procedures.
• Maintain awareness of employee safety while working in active warehouse and manufacturing areas.
• Follow all Company safety policies and procedures.

Batteries and Charging Systems

• Inspect and maintain industrial batteries and charging equipment.
• Identify battery, cable, connector, and charging-related issues.
• Support proper battery charging and general battery care.
• Report batteries or chargers requiring replacement or outside service.

Parts, Tools, and Shop Organization

• Help maintain commonly used parts and repair supplies.
• Communicate parts needs to Maintenance leadership.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing equipment repair parts.
• Maintain Company tools and diagnostic equipment in good working condition.

Operations Support

• Work closely with Warehouse and Operations teams to understand equipment concerns and repair priorities.
• Respond with an appropriate sense of urgency when equipment failures affect production, shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations.
• Coordinate equipment availability and repair status with supervisors and affected departments.
• Assist the broader Maintenance team with equipment or facility-related needs as required.

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience in equipment repair, industrial maintenance, automotive repair, forklift service, mechanical repair, or a similar hands-on field .
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Intermediate understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and basic diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple repair priorities.
• Ability to clearly communicate equipment issues with supervisors and affected departments.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working on forklifts or material-handling equipment.
• Experience with electric-powered equipment.
• Experience with industrial batteries and charging systems.
• Industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, automotive, or equipment-service background.
• Technical, vocational, automotive, industrial maintenance, or related training.

Physical And Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work around equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry tools and parts weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in warehouse, production, refrigerated, freezer, and outdoor environments as needed.
• Ability to safely work around moving equipment and industrial machinery.
• Ability to work overtime or weekends when business needs require.

Comprehensive benefits offered

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