Forklift Mechanic

Overview

Forklift Mechanic: We are currently seeking a highly detailed self-starter for this position. The Forklift Mechanic is responsible for proper maintenance of Forklifts. Performs preventive maintenance, responds to equipment breakdown and minimizes equipment downtime.

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs daily, routine and emergency repairs on electrical and propane forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical failures to minimize production downtime.
• Conducts scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment
• Ensuring proper tools are used when working with production equipment versus non production equipment. Ensures all equipment and parts are accounted for after equipment repair
• Completes necessary maintenance records
• Accounting for all tools and parts used and/or removed
• Properly locking out all equipment before performing maintenance work in accordance with the Lock Out/Tag out policy
• Notifying supervisor of any problems or potential product risks
• Maintains work area in an orderly fashion throughout your shift
• Before leaving any work area, ensuring it is clean and free of garbage, tools and or parts
• Properly sanitizing or ensuring that proper sanitation has taken place before unlocking or returning any piece of equipment to production
• Ensuring all work orders and or assignments has been completed in a timely manner
• Must know and understand the emergency procedures in the event of equipment failure
• Perform other duties as assigned.