Maintenance Technician: Diesel Forklift & Lift Equipment

Smurfit Westrock Company; Murfreesboro (TN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock Company is seeking a skilled forklift technician in Murfreesboro, TN to diagnose and repair hydraulic and electrical systems on industrial equipment, including LP and diesel forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts. You will use diagnostic tools and schematics to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on experience with forklifts, and knowledge of OSHA regulations for powered industrial trucks and aerial lifts.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems including valves, seals and control components.
• Electrical system troubleshooting: circuits, battery systems, controllers and sensors.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with engines, transmissions, brakes and steering in heavy equipment.
• Experience working with diesel engines in forklifts.
• Ability to use computerized diagnostic tools and read wiring schematics.

Skills

Hydraulic Systems

Electrical Systems

Mechanical Aptitude

Diesel forklifts

Diagnostics

LP forklifts

Scissor lifts

Boom lifts

OSHA rules for PIT/Aerial lifts

Job description

Smurfit Westrock Company is seeking a skilled forklift technician in Murfreesboro, TN to diagnose and repair hydraulic and electrical systems on industrial equipment, including LP and diesel forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts. You will use diagnostic tools and schematics to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on experience with forklifts, and knowledge of OSHA regulations for powered industrial trucks and aerial lifts.