forklift maintenance mechanic.

Job Summary: The Forkflit Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative maintenance (PM), troubleshooting, and repairing diesel, LP, and electric units. This includes servicing engines, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and other critical equipment, ensuring all machinery operates efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities:

• PM Diesel & LP:
  
  
  • Perform regular maintenance, including greasing, lubrication, oil changes, air and fuel filter replacement, and safety inspections.
    
    
  • Bleed fuel systems and return units to service.
    
    
• PM Electric:
  
  
  • Maintain electric motors, grease and lube units, check motor brushes, and perform safety inspections.
    
    
• Electrical & System Maintenance:
  
  
  • Replace starters, check flywheels, alternators, belts, and test ignition and charging systems.
    
    
• Cylinder & Motor Maintenance:
  
  
  • Repack hydraulic cylinders and replace motor brushes.
    
    
  • Stone motor armatures to remove carbon buildup.
    
    
• Contactor & Battery Service:
  
  
  • Change contactor assemblies and test batteries (automotive to industrial sizes).
    
    
  • Replace battery terminals, chargers, and connectors.
    
    
• Tire & Wheel Maintenance:
  
  
  • Replace tires, load wheels, and inspect steering components for wear.
    
    
• Cooling & Hydraulic Systems:
  
  
  • Replace radiators, thermostats, water pumps, hoses, and hydraulic lines.
    
    
• Tune-Ups & Fuel System:
  
  
  • Perform tune-ups (plugs, wires, coils) and prime diesel fuel systems as needed.
    
    
  • Change LP regulators and propane connections.
    
    
• Brake System:
  
  
  • Complete brake jobs, including replacing cylinders, seals, shoes, and bleeding brakes.
    
    
• Troubleshooting:
  
  
  • Diagnose and resolve issues like no start, overheating, battery problems, and leaks.
    
    
• Tools:
  
  
  • Maintain a comprehensive set of mechanic tools for all tasks.
    
    

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and handle heavy equipment, work in physically demanding environments, and perform tasks requiring physical effort.
  
  

salary: $56,000 - $70,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 7 AM - 3:30 PM
education: No Degree Required

Responsibilities

• PM Diesel & LP:
  
  
  • Perform regular maintenance, including greasing, lubrication, oil changes, air and fuel filter replacement, and safety inspections.
    
    
  • Bleed fuel systems and return units to service.
    
    
• PM Electric:
  
  
  • Maintain electric motors, grease and lube units, check motor brushes, and perform safety inspections.
    
    
• Electrical & System Maintenance:
  
  
  • Replace starters, check flywheels, alternators, belts, and test ignition and charging systems.
    
    
• Cylinder & Motor Maintenance:
  
  
  • Repack hydraulic cylinders and replace motor brushes.
    
    
  • Stone motor armatures to remove carbon buildup.
    
    
• Contactor & Battery Service:
  
  
  • Change contactor assemblies and test batteries (automotive to industrial sizes).
    
    
  • Replace battery terminals, chargers, and connectors.
    
    
• Tire & Wheel Maintenance:
  
  
  • Replace tires, load wheels, and inspect steering components for wear.
    
    
• Cooling & Hydraulic Systems:
  
  
  • Replace radiators, thermostats, water pumps, hoses, and hydraulic lines.
    
    
• Tune-Ups & Fuel System:
  
  
  • Perform tune-ups (plugs, wires, coils) and prime diesel fuel systems as needed.
    
    
  • Change LP regulators and propane connections.
    
    
• Brake System:
  
  
  • Complete brake jobs, including replacing cylinders, seals, shoes, and bleeding brakes.
    
    
• Troubleshooting:
  
  
  • Diagnose and resolve issues like no start, overheating, battery problems, and leaks.
    
    

The essential functions of this role include:

working in a smoke free environment

wearing steel toe shoes

working in a non-temperature controlled environment

manual lifting up to 70lbs

standing for 8 hours at one time

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Sit Down Forklifts

Stand Up Forklifts

Brake jobs (4 years of experience is required)

Replacing tires (4 years of experience is required)

Replacing hydraulic cylinders (4 years of experience is required)

Replace starters (4 years of experience is required)

Maintaining electric motors (3 years of experience is required)

Qualifications

Years of experience: 4 years

Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.