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Are you a skilled forklift mechanic looking for a company that values employees and growth? A leader in seafood distribution has an immediate need for a forklift mechanic. Don't miss this great opportunity to be a part of a team. 

*Forklift Mechanic Certification needed

Job Title: Forklift Mechanic
Job Type: Full-time/Direct Hire
Shift: Days
Pay: $30-35/hr
Work Perks: Competitive benefits, PTO, and so much more!

SUMMARY: The Forklift Mechanic will perform maintenance and repairs on forklift trucks used throughout the facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine, emergency and preventative maintenance of forklifts.
• Troubleshoot forklift problems to include brake, electrical and hydraulic systems, detect imperfections, potential problems, safety issues and/or malfunctions.
• Replace broken or defective parts from stock parts and communicate the need to order replacement parts.
• Repairs and maintains various types of forklift trucks including electric, gas-powered, and propane-powered.
• Interpret manufacturer's technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs needed.
• Perform safety inspection of forklifts prior to being released back to the work floor.
• Remove unsafe equipment from facility operating area and notify supervisor.
• Ensures batteries for electric forklift trucks are fully charged.
• Replaces empty propane tanks on propane-powered forklift trucks.
• Maintains repair log for forklift truck fleet.
• Maintains a safe, clean working environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• One to two years related experience or equivalent.
• Completion of forklift truck mechanic’s training course required.
• Solid foundation of mechanical aptitude and ability along with knowledge of industrial electricity up to 440 volts would be preferred.
• Forklift operator certified.
• Ability to use hand and power tools to repair forklift trucks.
• Ability to read repair manuals for various types of forklift trucks.
• Able to diagnose and repair mast and attachment components.
• Good working knowledge of brake systems and tire/wheel changes.
• Excellent mechanical repair skills.
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Bilingual a preferred 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be physically capable of accessing all parts of the forklift needing repairs or maintenance, either by kneeling or lying on back.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.
• Prolonged periods of moving around the production floor.
• Work is performed in warehouse setting that includes cold temperatures, high noise levels, bright lights, and stairs.

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