What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Mechanic position at Heritage Distribution?
Founded in 1935, Young Supply Company is a leading regional distributor of HVACR and plumbing products serving contractors and professionals throughout the Midwest. With a strong commitment to service, expertise, and innovation, we take pride in helping our customers build success through dependable products, technical support, and trusted partnerships.
In 2024, Young Supply Company became part of Heritage Distribution Holdings (HDH), a U.S.-based network of leading HVACR distributors and a proud subsidiary of Beijer Ref, a global leader in refrigeration and climate control technology. This partnership strengthens our ability to serve customers with expanded resources, global expertise, and the same trusted local service our customers have relied on for more than 90 years.
At Young Supply, we believe in the power of teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement. Our employees are the heart of our business — working together to uphold a legacy of reliability and customer focus that has made us an industry leader. Join us and be part of a company where your contributions make a difference every day.
Duties & Primary Responsibilities: The mechanics at Young Supply Company are responsible for performing regular maintenance on the company’s equipment and vehicles, to keep operations running efficiently. Mechanics will also maintain detailed records of all maintenance and repairs performed on the equipment and vehicles.
Other Roles & Functions: Mechanics will be required to operate the equipment or vehicles that they are performing maintenance or repairs on. Some of the equipment includes vehicles, forklifts, skyjacks, pallet jacks and lawn equipment. This list is not all-inclusive.
All Young Supply employees are required to comply with Federal, State and company policies, procedures and regulations.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid state-issued Driver License and acceptable driving record
- Proven experience as a mechanic
- Excellent knowledge of machinery; and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components
- Aptitude in using various mechanical equipment and precision measurement tools.
- Strong ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instructions.
- Strong commitment to health and safety guidelines.
- Strong problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work in the shop and out of a service vehicle on the road.
- Able to do on-site repairs at different locations.
Preferred:
- Chauffer’s License or willingness to obtain
- Mechanic certifications
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of forklift repair and maintenance
- Ability to use ladders and other equipment to complete repairs