Forklift Technician II
On-siteBloomingdale, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Perform routine and complex forklift and material handling equipment repairs, including rebuilding major components like transmissions and engines. Conduct in-depth troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems using voltmeters and other testing instruments to ensure compliance with OSHA standards. Maintain batteries, conduct safety equipment tests, and keep accurate preventive maintenance records in the CMMS while adhering to 6S housekeeping protocols. Share knowledge to train less experienced technicians and provide oversight to outside service providers. Work flexible shifts including on-call duties in cold storage environments.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 2+ years of Forklift Maintenance Experience
- 4+ years of other mechanic experience in lieu of specialized Forklift experience (i.e. auto, diesel, truck/trailer mechanic experience)
- Required to successfully complete assigned technical training and/or mechanical-electrical courses
- Required training in HAZMAT; obtain and maintain certification
- Basic computer skills required (email, internet searches, basic data entry, etc.)
- Able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius) and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold, and precipitation)
- Able to work at heights in excess of 30 ft. (9 meters) and access elevated platforms, catwalks, and roofs
- Able to work in confined areas
- Able to climb ladders and stairs
- Able frequently to stand, walk, push, pull, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch
- Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (23 kg) frequently
- Able to operate hand and power tools safely
- Able to meet specific vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception
- Able to frequently step up/on or step down/off to mount and dismount material handling equipment
- Able to perform fine articulation movements with fingers/hands and/or feet to operate equipment
- Able to wear personal protective equipment required for any/all tasks
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in a Cold Storage environment
- Specialized forklift maintenance/repair training (Crown, Raymond etc.)
- Technical certification or degree
- Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnose down to the component level on material handling equipment
- Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
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