Forklift Technician Cover Letter

Please consider me for the forklift technician opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for qualified support to senior electrical technicians to operate and maintain electrical control, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems at Component Development Lab (CDA).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Department of Transportation (DOT) vehicle inspection certification
• ASE certifications preferred (company training & bonuses provided!)
• Has strong mechanical and electrical aptitude – experience working on Forklifts strongly preferred
• Keeps pace with industry innovations in order to make sound recommendations to customers
• Safely operates power tools, lifts, hoists, hydraulic jacks and overhead cranes
• Safety certification for power industrial equipment
• Bending, stooping, climbing
• Prior experience maintaining Crown, Raymond, or Toyota lift trucks preferred

I am excited to be applying for the position of forklift technician. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical support and troubleshooting of existing electrical and automation systems to minimize unplanned downtime, quality defects, and waste.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Computer literate and basic understanding of forklift and/or reach truck software
• Forklift experience in a warehouse handling high value items
• Experience with inventory counts and documentation
• Willingness to learn new systems & be a team player
• To maintain area in a clean and orderly fashion by the end of each work day
• Equipment Maintenance - Proficiency in Diesel, Gasoline and LP fuel systems
• Capable of pulling and printing pick sheets, packing slips, bills of landing, and shipping labels
• Skilled at working in a fast paced environment

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the forklift technician position.

Previously, I was responsible for field performance testing of power system equipment typically involving thermal/hydraulic systems such as heat exchangers, oil coolers and pumps, or electrical systems such as energy storage batteries, photo-voltaic systems, inverters and other plant process monitoring equipment.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Military background with maintenance and technical experience
• Operate and use hand tools, power tools, and MHE on a regular basis
• Basis Tool set
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment such as forklift, Bobcat, overhead cranes, and hoists highly preferred
• Champion of Wellness, Six Sigma, TPM, and 5S practices
• Knowledge of MS Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) Knowledge of SAP preferred
• Work well in team environment and work independently as needed
• Pass pre-employment physical abilities tests

In response to your job posting for forklift technician, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical advice, training support and information to Departmental Managers Supervisors, staff and external contractors relating to electrical/mechanical systems and equipment.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Red Seal as a qualified Diesel Mechanic / Fitter/Electrician
• N3 - N6 Technical qualification
• Experience in the technical maintenance of equipment is preferred
• Applicable product knowledge
• Good knowledge of Hydraulics
• Willingness to work overtime and standby
• Good auto electrical knowledge would be an advantage
• Have a good selection of tools

I am excited to be applying for the position of forklift technician. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for electrical technician support for urgent mission degrading CASREPs or other system and component problems affecting propulsion plant systems.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Basic computer skills with the willingness to learn shipping software
• Superb organizational and problem-solving skills
• Experience in woodworking and building and equipment maintenance
• Shop and/or laboratory technician experience
• Effectively demonstrate change management skills
• Knowledge of lead acid batteries and associated maintenance techniques
• Proficient in the operation of basic commercial computer software programs
• Demonstrate effectively change management skills