Forklift Technician - Senior

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Applicants must have an Active Top Secret/SCI US Government clearance with polygraph.

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US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph.

The contractor will be responsible for the proper repair and maintenance for a large fleet of forklifts and related equipment of various brands (predominately Raymond). The forklift fleet consists of a variety of electric, gas- and diesel-powered units designed for interior and exterior building use. The contractor shall maintain a comprehensive maintenance schedule, obtain approval for the schedule from appropriate government focal points, and adhere to the schedule to ensure all forklift units are mechanically ready for use and safe to operate.

The contractor shall manage a spare parts inventory and perform all levels of repairs when necessary. The contractor will also be responsible for repairing and maintaining pallet jacks and carts.

• Schedules, prioritizes, inspects, and repairs forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts
• Determines, within prescribed value range, when a major component/assembly is to be repaired, rebuilt, replaced, or discarded
• Assists with the purchasing of parts and services
• Maintains fleet and training vehicles; prepares written estimates on cost and labor time for corrective repairs
• Interacts with customers to keep them informed of status of vehicles, repairs needed, etc.
• Independently performs corrective maintenance and repairs to the fleet; informs government focal point if a task cannot be safely performed alone
• Inspects, diagnoses, and isolates vehicle and equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots, traces, and locates defects and/or causes of mechanical problems to determine type and extent of necessary repairs
• Repairs all assigned forklifts and equipment to ensure they are safe and dependable
• Inspects and tests equipment for mechanical defects, and replaces worn parts
• Removes, replaces, adjusts, or cleans defective parts or components
• Performs oil changes, checks fluids, diagnoses tread wear, charges and repairs batteries, and troubleshoots problems
• Inspects/replaces hydraulic lines/hoses as needed
• Ensures braking and electrical systems are optimal
• Utilizes appropriate techniques and procedures in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications
• Identifies necessary parts, equipment, and supplies needed to complete repair or preventative check
• Road tests vehicles during and occasionally upon completion of maintenance/repair work
• Responds to emails and telephone calls
• Performs other related duties as required or as directed by Supervisor regarding forklift and equipment maintenance

• Extensive knowledge of the operating systems used in forklifts and associated hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Extensive knowledge of the practices and tools used in the maintenance and diagnostics of forklifts and equipment
• Considerable knowledge of computer, electrical, transistorized and other non-mechanical systems and how they tie-in with and affect the operation of mechanical systems
• Considerable knowledge of the full range of tools, equipment, test procedures and practices used in the repair and preventative maintenance of forklifts
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Experience diagnosing complex mechanical and related malfunctions
• Expertise in reading technical manuals, references and specifications and service and recall bulletins
• Written communication skills necessary to write routine correspondences, maintenance logs and order forms
• Expertise in operating a forklift, power tools, wrenches, diagnostic equipment, and jacks
• Working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Access and Microsoft Office Suite
• Adaptability to prioritize and schedule multiple work requirements
• Flexibility in work schedule
• Representational skills necessary to interact with outside vendors
• Working knowledge of diesel, gas, and electric mechanics
• Experience welding simple parts

The work is usually performed inside on concrete surfaces where there is exposure to drafts, noise, and fumes from vehicles.…