Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Forklift Mechanic
Job Location: Northampton, MA
Shift: Monday - Friday 7am-3:30pm
Duration: 10 Months
Pay Rate $40/Hr
Key Job Responsibilities
• Perform routine, emergency, and preventative maintenance on electric and internal combustion (IC) forklifts.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment including electric and LP forklifts, pallet jacks, and aerial lifts
• Ensure operational safety and minimal downtime of Lifts
• Diagnose malfunctions in hydraulic systems, electrical systems, engines, transmissions, braking systems, and mast assemblies.
• Repair or replace broken parts, including motors, pumps, valves, and cylinders.
• Inspection, maintenance and minor repairs of PIT batteries and battery changing equipment
• Conduct safety inspections and testing on equipment to ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate service records, repair logs, and work orders using computer systems.
• Order and manage service inventory.
Qualification and Additional Requirements
• High School Diploma, General Education.
• Related Trade/Technical Degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a forklift technician or similar heavy equipment mechanic role.
• In-depth knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems