What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Mechanic position at WSI?
The Cox Group is looking for a well-qualified Forklift Mechanic at our large distribution center in Woodruff, SC. Under the appropriate supervision with latitude for independent judgment, the this position performs preventative maintenance and equipment repairs to insure the safe operation of material handling equipment. Implements, coordinates and assists in the application of procedures pertaining to general maintenance. Duties may require manual, clerical and data entry skills.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure that all forklift equipment is operating properly and safely.
- Operates all material handling equipment required.
- Ensure maintenance tasks throughout the facilities are being completed according to schedule.
- Responsible for the inspection and repair of doors, dock plates, racking and additional equipment.
- Maintains forklift and building maintenance operational history by initiating and updating records.
- Perform equipment and building audits
- Coordinate and track preventative maintenance
- Initiate and schedule repairs
- Perform repairs on equipment
- Maintains safe work environment.
- Monitor and maintain battery maintenance.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
- Any other duties assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
- This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed; they are only the major duties.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with various types of Material Handling equipment including Forklifts, Order pickers, Clamp trucks
- Verifiable knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical operations.
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Computer experience
- Technical courses and training a plus.
- Ability to work on any shift assigned as needed to support operations.
Benefits
- $1,500 Sign-On Bonus
- $750 Referral Bonus
- Weekly Pay
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Profit Sharing
- Performance Reviews (90 Days, 6 Months, Annually)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
- Steel-Toe Shoe Reimbursement
- Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement
- Uniform Allowance
Additional Information
Final candidates must have a solid work history and successfully pass a background check, drug screening, and physical exam.
Salary : $750 - $1,500