What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Mechanic (Field Technician) position at Darr Equipment Co.?
Darr Equipment Co. is hiring for a Forklift Field Technician to add to our growing team! If you have a mechanical background, longevity, and the willingness to learn, you would be the ideal candidate. Please visit www.darrequipment.com/careers to apply directly.
This is NOT a forklift operator position. This is a Forklift Mechanic role focused on repair and maintenance.
DESCRIPTION:
Under the supervision of the Service Manager, this position is responsible for the repairing, rebuilding and servicing of heavy construction and lift truck equipment in accordance with recommendations and specifications published by equipment manufacturers.
MAJOR FUNCTIONS:
- Removes and installs guards, tracks, roller frames, cabs, masts, forks, and other external parts.
- Removes and installs engines, transmissions, steering clutches, drive axles and other major components.
- Cleans parts with petroleum-based solvents or other similar cleaning methods.
- Assembles and disassembles components as assigned or directed, and performs limited machine diagnoses. Evaluates worn and used parts, and when necessary, orders new and rebuilt parts from parts books, shop parts personnel and/or outside vendors.
- Operates and tests equipment after repair and makes limited machine adjustments.
- Completes assigned service reports needed to document parts and labor expenses and repair methodology.
- Performs miscellaneous housekeeping duties including sweeping and mopping floors, painting shelves, racks and aisle markers, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or GED required
- 2-year vocational education certificate or equivalent knowledge is preferred
- 12-18 months of related experience preferred
- Electrical forklift experience preferred
- Basic math and mechanical skills required
- Physically demanding position with brief to prolonged variations in weather temperature, noise and noxious fume exposures
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What brands of forklifts do you have experience performing repairs on?
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $25 - $40