Forklift Mechanic Job Description
Forklift mechanic
provides support for AC and DC drive systems.
Forklift Mechanic Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective forklift mechanic job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included forklift mechanic job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
May be required to perform maintenance on building components
Other operational duties as assigned
Washing and cleaning general maintenance
Changing and charging
Maintenance and watering
Able to change connector on battery and storage rack
Minor repair on cables
Able to read battery and charger indicator
Must keep up with daily sanitation cleaning of the shop and trays
Responsible for proper hygiene, housekeeping and safety practice
Forklift Mechanic Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Forklift Mechanic
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: PLC, ASE, BAS, HVAC, DOT, RETA, T-4
Education for Forklift Mechanic
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the forklift mechanic job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in Technical, Welding, General Education, Education, Associates, Technology, Electronics, Automotive Service, High School Education, Diesel
Skills for Forklift Mechanic
Desired skills for forklift mechanic include:
Braking systems
Differentials
Drive units
Internal combustion motors
Reach mechanisms
Steering systems
Telescopic masts
Drive motors
Electrical systems/schematics both AC and DC systems
Hydraulic systems/schematics/components
Desired experience for forklift mechanic includes:
Soldering inner connectors and cables for batteries
Able to read hydra-meter to make acid adjustment on batteries
Load test batteries
Basic knowledge of volt meter
Remove and replace battery cells
Basic knowledge of load bank consents current and chargers
Forklift Mechanic Examples
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Forklift Mechanic Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of forklift mechanic. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for forklift mechanic
- Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective or worn parts
- Repairs and maintains the operating condition of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) including forklifts and pallet jacks ranging from 2,000 to 70,000 lb
- Basic rigging procedures may be required
- Maintains and repairs all building systems, including forklifts, batteries, battery chargers, and battery watering system
- Knowledge of Crown & Raymond equipment
- Must train and respond to plant emergency issues within the guidelines of the PEO (Plant Emergency Operations)
- Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests
- Perform multi-craft tasks associated with mobile maintenance
- Handle preventive maintenance and equipment downtime situations and procedures
- Identify the root cause of problems and countermeasures to prevent recurrence
Qualifications for forklift mechanic
- Must be able to work sitting, standing, stooping, bending, or in a prone position
- Must be able to work with hands over head
- Must be able to climb and work from a ladder
- Work rotating schedules, holidays, nights, or weekends
- Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget
- Motivation - Measures self against standard of excellence
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Forklift Mechanic Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of forklift mechanic. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for forklift mechanic
- Perform other duties as assigned or as situations dictate
- Maintains and repairs forklifts to include batteries, battery chargers and battery watering system
- Knowledge of Crown & Raymond equipment preferred
- Maintain knowledge of systems & buildings
- Troubleshoot and repair ac-dc electronics and control circuits
- Perform all levels of repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, , frame and or lift structures
- Repair all dock boards
- Knowledge and ability to repair and troubleshoot doors, water systems, fire systems, plumbing systems and equipment in the shop
- Repair trash compactors and bailer repair, conveyer, hydraulic systems and welding equipment
- Maintain a fleet of lift trucks, golf carts and other miscellaneous equipment
Qualifications for forklift mechanic
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities
- Constant awareness to work surroundings while driving/operating company vehicle, forklift and/or any other equipment/tools in carrying out job duties
- Must be certified to operate a forklift
- Must be able to operate the forklift transport truck
- Candidate will be chosen based on experience, skill and ability to perform required job tasks
- Repairing forklifts
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Forklift Mechanic Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of forklift mechanic. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for forklift mechanic
- Maintain vehicle maintenance and operational history by initiating and updating records
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment including lubrication, welding and cutting
- Perform other duties as assigned by the maintenance supervisor or designee
- Must be computer literate and have ability to move through troubleshooting software including service and training manuals and schematics
- Must have knowledge of PLC’s, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical fuel systems and/or charging systems and be able to work on all makes and models of material handling equipment
- Maintain and repair industrial lift trucks, electrical forklifts and pallet jacks and various other types of equipment and vehicles
- Keep accurate record of vehicle history within the company computer systems
- Communicate accurately & professionally with various departments on needs
- Take direction from supervisor
- Promote an atmosphere of good will and accountability between the maintenance shop and the internal customer
Qualifications for forklift mechanic
- Must be able to change engine oil combustion engines
- Must be able to properly grease/ hand pack a bearing
- Must be able to assist in equipment overhaul
- Must be able to change and properly tension a V-Belt(s) alternator and water pump belts
- Must be able to change pallet jack load wheels and also rebuilt rollers as required, including axles
- Must be able to complete lockout/ tag training and then demonstrate how to lockout/ tag out properly
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Forklift Mechanic Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a forklift mechanic. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for forklift mechanic
- Must be able to go from laying position to standing position multiple times throughout the day
- Maintain and repair electric/propane Forklifts and Scissor Lifts
- Tune engines
- Adhere to Nestle Safety Policies and Procedures
- Maintainforklifts
- Replace requiredparts
- Mentoring and training employees
- Interpret manufacturer's technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs needed
- Able to diagnose and repair mast and attachment components
- Good working knowledge of brake systems and tire/wheel changes
Qualifications for forklift mechanic
- Must be able to comprehend equipment manuals including basic schematics/diagrams
- Must be able to demonstrate how to use a drill press properly
- Must be able to demonstrate how to use a power drill properly
- Must be able to demonstrate how to use a tap and die set
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to use a chain breaker, repair a roller chain and how to align properly
- Must be able to fill out a Hot Work Permit and show how to display it
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Forklift Mechanic Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of forklift mechanic. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for forklift mechanic
- Cleaning of equipment and other areas as required
- Competent to complete legible service documents and logs for preventative maintenance tasks
- Maintain and repair conveyor systems
- Maintain parts inventory and repair records for all equipment
- Escort outside contractors throughout our facility and inspect their work
- Maintain building-powered equipment and automation
- Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format with the required information
- Maintaining / repairing 89 electric forklifts and 10 pneumatic forklifts
- Mechanic repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, pneumatic and electric forklifts
- Troubleshoot any electrical issues, diagnose and repair all makes of forklifts
Qualifications for forklift mechanic
- Must be able to light, properly adjust and make a cut using a cutting torch
- Must be able to make a basic weld on mild steel and on stainless steel
- Must be able to safety secure a piece of equipment that has been raised from ground level
- Must be able to use basic welding/cutting principles
- Must be able to use hand tools properly
- Must have proven knowledge to include theory, operation and troubleshooting of system