Job Description

Forklift Technician - Senior

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 be responsible for maintaining a comprehensive maintenance schedule, obtaining approval for the schedule from appropriate government focal points, and adhering to the schedule in order to ensure all forklift units are mechanically ready for use and safe to operate. The contractor shall manage a spare parts inventory and make all levels of repairs when necessary. The contractor will also be responsible for repairing and maintaining pallet jacks and carts.

Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities

• 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
• Responsible for assisting with the purchasing of parts and services
• Required to maintain fleet and training vehicles; and 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.
• Based on assignment, 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
• Perform oil changes, check fluids, diagnose tread wear, charge and repair batteries and trouble-shoot problems.
• Inspects/replaces hydraulic lines/hoses as needed.
• Ensure braking and electrical systems are optimal.
• Utilizes appropriate techniques and procedures in accordance with manufacturer's specification
• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to diagnose complex mechanical and related malfunctions.
• Ability to read technical manuals, references and specifications and service and recall bulletins.
• Ability to write routine correspondences, maintenance logs and order forms.
• Ability to operate a forklift, power tools, wrenches, diagnostic equipment, and jacks.
• Working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Access and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule multiple work requirements.
• Flexibility in work schedule.
• Interacts with outside vendors.
• Working knowledge of diesel, gas, and electric mechanics.
• Ability to weld simple parts.

Work Environment

The work is usually performed inside on concrete surfaces where there is exposure to drafts, noise, and fumes from vehicles. Forklift technician - Senior occasionally perform work outside under adverse weather conditions. They are continually exposed to dirt, dust, and grease, and to the potential for burns, chemical irritations, shocks, bruises, cuts, and strains. To reduce dangers and irritations from these conditions, they follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as safety shoes and glasses, and respirators.

Tools used in this occupation:

• Hand and power tools
• Scanners
• Modular diagnostic information systems
• Welding equipment
• Lifts

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Ten (10) years of experience in the problem diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of forklift maintenance.

Education:

High school Diploma or GED equivalent.

Special Certifications:

• Ability to become certified in the safe operation of forklifts by the Sponsor within 30-days of commencing work and every 24-months as required.
• Certified maintenance on Raymond brand forklifts.
• Other pertinent forklift maintenance certifications.

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