Field Forklift Technician

Benefits

At Elite Material Handling we believe that Our People are what make us great and help us deliver exceptional customer service! We offer industry leading benefits to include:

• Competitive pay – Plus incentive opportunities!
• Full benefits package that starts day one – Includes medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Competitive PTO and Paid Holidays
• Uniform and boot allowance
• Training and mentoring – Learn from our experts in the industry
• Advancement opportunities

The Field Forklift Technician will be responsible for inspecting, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing various Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair MHE including, but not limited to:
  Liquid Propane, Gas and Diesel engines, Transmissions, Hydraulic Systems, Steering Systems, Electrical Systems, and Brakes.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications.
• Provide information and recommend services to the Sales team.
• Manage work orders (paper and digital) for each job in a timely manner.
• Perform hazard assessments and maintain a high standard of safe work practices and quality control.
• Follow company and OSHA safety rules and guidelines. Avoid injuries and damage to property, loss of unused materials and clean-up of work area debris.
• Completes all necessary company training in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• A score card that reflects performance in areas such as safety, completion time for projects, customer satisfaction, and issue resolution.
• Management observation regarding attitude, diligence, team contributions, and willingness & ability to learn new skills and information.
• Other key metrics prescribed by Elite Material Handling leadership, resulting in positive customer and company impact.

• Experience in repair and maintenance of Electrical, Diesel and Internal Combustion Forklifts;
  Aerial Lifts;
  Lift Trucks; and other related material handling equipment. Minimum of 2 years is highly preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, technology driven, service environment.
• Possess strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, verbal and written, with management and customers.
• Able to manage time effectively, as well as complete service reports, timecards and parts ordering.
• Must have schedule flexibility, as services may be performed during evenings, weekends or holidays.
• Willingness to work overtime.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be able to pass a standard Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to wear approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), carry tools, use hands to maneuver, handle or feel, and hear and talk.

The employee frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move tools and equipment up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work is performed in various locations, including warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plants, refineries and hospital settings. Employees may work with co‑workers side‑by‑side with a moderate level of activity being performed. Exposure to high voltage AC/DC power is very common in many work environments.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

Elite Material Handling considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

The pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Employees may be eligible for additional incentive pay.