Assistant Powered Industrial Truck-Mobile Equipment Technician

About the role

The Powered Industrial Truck Technician/Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing powered industrial trucks and material handling equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient mill operations. This includes forklifts, clamp trucks, and other mobile equipment used throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on forklifts and MHE.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on electric and internal combustion forklifts.
• Replace or repair faulty parts such as hydraulic cylinders, brakes, transmissions, and motors.
• Conduct safety inspections and ensure equipment complies with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Maintain accurate service records and complete documentation for each job.
• Respond to emergency repair calls and provide on-site support when needed.
• Keep tools, parts, and service area clean and organized.
• Communicate with supervisors and operators regarding equipment condition and repair timelines.
• Perform routine maintenance on pickup trucks and skidsteers.
• Order and maintain parts needed for repairs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 2+ years of experience repairing forklifts or heavy equipment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, hydraulics, engines, and transmissions.
• Ability to read schematics, service manuals, and diagnostic tools.
• Basic computer skills for work order documentation and parts lookup.
• Valid driver’s license (required); CDL is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying conditions (indoor/outdoor, heights, confined spaces).

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Mandarin a plus.
• Certification from a forklift manufacturer (Toyota, Hyster, Crown, etc.) or technical school.
• Experience with electric-powered warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, order pickers, etc.).
• Experience training/leading others.
• SAP experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of OSHA and ANSI safety regulations for industrial vehicles.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance.
• Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days.
• A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution.
• Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic.