Preventive Maintenance Forklift Technician - 1st shift, Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Preventive Maintenance Forklift Technician - 1st shift, Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Job Description
Why Work for Saddle Creek
Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse friendly and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If youre looking for a familyoriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits join our team today.
Benefits:
Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials
Benefits packageincluding medical dental vision and medical reimbursement
Medical employeeonly premium as low as $5.90/week $26/month with wellness discounts
HSA with annual employer contribution
Weekly 401(k) match
Vacation immediatelyupon hire
8 holidays per calendar year
Personal time after 90 days
EAP and identity theft protection
Tuition reimbursement
Company paid life insurance and short term disability
Note that if you are viewing this posting on an external job board (such as Indeed LinkedIn ZipRecruiter etc.) unless specifically stated in the posting the provided salaryestimatesmay not be accurate as they are not provided by Saddle Creek. Our recruiters look forward to speaking with you about your background skills and compensation requirements.
Job Duties
1. Diagnose and repair equipment to include electric lift trucks liquid propane gas and diesel engines electric motors transmissions drive axles differentials hydraulic systems brake systems steering systems electrical systems lifting systems etc.
2. Rebuild and/or repair all components and systems in industrial material handling equipment and other related equipment
3. Per company safety guidelines properly block chock and chain equipment and disassemble equipment as needed to facilitate major component removal and repair
4. Perform routine and operational maintenance to ensure that equipment continues to run according to manufacturers specifications
5. Perform advanced diagnostic troubleshooting and failure analysis on all components and systems
6. Perform equipment inspections to identify potential problems and safety concerns
7. Perform basic welding as necessary
8. Must be able to operate forklifts
9. Record maintenance and repair work performed by completing necessary paperwork in a timely manner
10. Complete basic and advanced technical training as assigned
11. Maintain parts and supplies needed for job completion
12. Act as a technical resource and provide support for team members as needed.
13. Maintain a culture of safety & participate in all safety meetings
14. Perform other related duties as assigned
Basic Knowledge & Competencies:
- Thorough knowledge of all equipment & operations that apply to the material handling equipment industry
- Excellent mechanical aptitude technical knowledge and problemsolving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Previous Experience/Education:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Mechanical or trade school certificate preferred
- 5 years experience in forklift repair or related industry
- Ability to read precision instruments such as micrometers meters dial indicators bore gauges etc.
- Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience preferred
- Valid drivers license required
Physical Requirements:
- Standing walking lifting twisting and bending on a frequent basis
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
- Successfully pass preemployment background and drug screening
Saddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race gender national origin ancestry age color religious creed marital status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity gender expression sex (including pregnancy breastfeeding and related medical conditions) mental or physical disability medical condition military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal state or local laws governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster here. View the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provisionhere. View the EVerify Postinghere.
Saddle Creek is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity please send an email toand let us know your contact information and the nature of your request.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
