Forklift Mechanic

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What this job involves: This role provides specialized maintenance, repair, and technical support for forklift and material handling equipment operations in a distribution facility. You'll ensure optimal performance and safety of our forklift fleet through preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair services. Working as part of our facilities team, you'll maintain equipment reliability to support seamless healthcare supply chain operations while adhering to all safety regulations, FDA compliance standards, and manufacturer specifications critical to our healthcare logistics mission.
What your day-to-day will look like:

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on Crown forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and material handling equipment
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Conduct repairs on hydraulic systems, electrical components, and safety systems.
• Maintain detailed service records and documentation in computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to support client's quality standards.
• Inspect equipment for safety compliance and perform required safety certifications in healthcare distribution environment.
• Order and maintain inventory of parts, fluids, and supplies needed for equipment maintenance
• Respond to emergency breakdown calls and perform urgent repairs to minimize downtime in critical healthcare supply operations.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations team to schedule maintenance during optimal times without disrupting healthcare product flow.
• Conduct pre-delivery inspections on new or refurbished equipment.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, FDA requirements, and manufacturer safety standards.
• Maintain clean and organized work area adhering to clients housekeeping, cleanliness and contamination prevention protocols.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in forklift maintenance and repair in a regulated industry environment.
• Valid forklift technician certification or equivalent mechanical certification
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools, multimeters, and standard mechanical tools
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in various positions (standing, kneeling, lying down)
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent attention to detail and safety consciousness critical in healthcare supply chain environment
• Microsoft office computer skills for documentation and parts ordering
• Ability to work in temperature-controlled environments and follow strict cleanliness protocols.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and CMMS software
• Previous experience in healthcare supply chain distribution, or regulated industry environment
• OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification
• Understanding of FDA regulations and Good Distribution Practices (GDP)
• Experience with specialized equipment for temperature-sensitive healthcare products

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7a-3:30p
Salary/Comp: $31.39/HR
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:
62,400. USD per year
This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site
-Peabody, MA
Job Tags:
Communication, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems…