MHE Forklift Technician II - LP & Electric Maintenance Pro

NFI Industries; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI Industries in Texas is seeking a Level II Technician to perform all aspects of MHE maintenance on LP and electric forklifts, with expertise in one area and self-sufficiency for repairs.

You will apply mechanical knowledge, use basic tools and MS Office, provide strong customer service, read service manuals, and complete a minimum of 30 PMs per month with 80–90% productivity, indoors and outdoors as required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience troubleshooting electric or LP equipment
• Experience in basic repairs of electric or LP equipment
• Experience in attachment repairs
• Basic electrical, LP, hydraulic systems, and DVOM knowledge
• Basic wiring schematic reading
• Must be able to read and follow service manual instructions
• Must have good customer service skills
• Must provide own hand tools
• Computer applications using MS Office
• Willingness to travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Responsible for forklift (LP and electrical) Preventative Maintenance services
• Fluid changes, oil, transmission fluid, differential gear lube and hydraulic fluid
• Filter replacements (air, oil, fuel, ATF)
• Perform tune ups and replace spark plugs and wires
• Brake and riser adjustments
• Inspect and repack wheel bearings
• Inspect and water forklift batteries on schedule
• Battery removal, repairs, and installs
• Equipment paint touch ups and attachment pad rotations
• Part replacements as necessary (horns, lights, tires, etc.)
• Basic overheating troubleshooting and repair knowledge
• Perform steering troubleshooting and repair
• Meet a minimum of 30 completed PM services per month
• Maintain 80-90% productivity level

Skills

Troubleshooting LP/electric equipment

Customer service

Reading service manuals

MS Office

Communication skills

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Flexible travel readiness

Electrical basics

DVOM knowledge

Education

Post high school / technical school education not required

Tools

DVOM

Job description

NFI Industries in Texas is seeking a Level II Technician to perform all aspects of MHE maintenance on LP and electric forklifts, with expertise in one area and self-sufficiency for repairs.

You will apply mechanical knowledge, use basic tools and MS Office, provide strong customer service, read service manuals, and complete a minimum of 30 PMs per month with 80–90% productivity, indoors and outdoors as required.