Forklift Mechanic

Job Details

Edwardsville, Kansas
Full time
JR3782-2026
Pay Rate: 32.60 - 37.15 per hour, based on experience
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Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.

The Core Values That Drive Us

• Customer first
• Safety
• take care of each other
• dignity and respect
• do the right thing
• community

Position Summary

Supports the maintenance, repairs, and inspections of forklifts and other material handling equipment.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, repairs, and rebuilds propane and diesel forklift engines.
• Diagnostics failures and maintains all systems and parts associated with forklifts.
• Uses hydraulic jacks to gain access to the underside of the units for maintenance and repairs.
• Conducts regular inspections of forklifts to identify any issues.
• Performs routine maintenance on forklifts such as oil changes, lubrication, filter replacement, and battery maintenance.
• Maintains parts inventory levels and supplies needed for maintenance and repairs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must provide and maintain personal maintenance tools.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately review and complete various documents, reports and records required of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of forklift mechanic experience.
• Proficiency in diagnostic software.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying of tools, parts, and equipment up to 100 pounds.
• Regular use of hands and arms for handling tools, reaching overhead, and working in tight spaces.
• Adequate vision (with or without correction) to read gauges, manuals, and perform detailed inspections.
• Adequate hearing (with or without aids) to detect equipment sounds, communicate, and follow safety signals.

Benefits

• Health Benefits
  Comprehensive medical, vision and dental coverage at reduced rates – not to mention 100% free medical premiums after 10 years with Saia.
• Physical Wellness
  Comprehensive program focused on preventive care, early detection of conditions, condition management and One Pass gym memberships through our partners including United Healthcare, Teladoc and Livongo.
• Protection
  Company-paid coverage (disability, life) as well as low-cost supplemental coverage (life, critical illness, accident, etc.) and other programs like the Employee Disaster Relief Program.
• Flexibility
  Company policies and programs that support flexibility, such as weekly pay and paid time-off, including but not limited to vacation, sick days and holidays.
• Financial Well-being
  Competitive pay, company match on our 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement programs with immediate vesting, employee stock purchase program, flexible spending accounts, legal insurance, financial planning and more.
• Perks
  Uniform allowance, job referral bonuses, safety awards, anniversary program, Driver Academy, scholarship program, overtime when you want it and more.
• Emotional Wellness
  Company programs that provide support include our employee assistance program and behavioral health coverage through our medical plan.

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