Forklift Mechanic

Dohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Join our team and become a part of our new growth and bright future. We offer competitive salary and a great benefit package in an exciting, rewarding industry.

Full Time Forklift Mechanic at our Centerville, MN Terminal.

Mechanic Tool Reimbursement Program*

Hours:

4 Day Work Week!

Pay:
Up to $41.06/hr

Health / Vision / Dental insurance, 401k matching, life insurance, short/long term disability and more.

To safely and efficiently maintain and repair Dohrn forklifts.

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and services
• Troubleshoot/repair forklift engines and components
• Estimate job costs for major work
• Coordinate with Operations Supervisors for movement of units in and out of repair facilities/internal shops
• Perform other maintenance duties or assignments
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
• Lead the care and upkeep of the Maintenance Shop, grounds, and all equipment and tools
• Maintain a clean, safe environment that complies with DOT, EPA, OSHA and company standards
• Complete all required documentation and keep records
• In conjunction with the Parts Department, assure that all necessary materials, parts, service/shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity level
• Perform other duties as needed

• A minimum age of 18
• High School completion or equivalent
• Valid Driver License
• Command of English language to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Must pass a NON-Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). examination and functional screen NOTE CDL-qualified mechanics will be subject to a DOT physical examination
• Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen;
  Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative result
• Experience with forklift maintenance is preferred
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment is required
• Must have previous experience maintaining detailed and routine record keeping
• Manual dexterity required
• Must possess knowledge of occupational hazards & standard safety precautions
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to communicate to both internal and external customers
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently
• Excellent attendance

• Overtime may be necessary during peak periods;
  Must be able to work a varied schedule or travel based on need
• Heavy work exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, and 100+ lbs. on an occasional basis
• Subject to both internal and external environmental conditions work occurs inside and outside;
  Outside work may be in extreme weather conditions
• Subject to standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching for sustained periods of time
• Subject to noise there is sufficient noise to require shouting in order to be heard above the ambient noise level
• Subject to hazards includes a variety of physical working conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and exposure to chemicals
• Subject to atmospheric conditions one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin fumes, odors, dusts, mists and gases
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as operate machines and motor vehicles
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eye

Dohrn Transfer Company, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, geographic background, physical and/or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.