Forklift Technician II

Primary Responsibility

Perform routine and complex Forklift and other material handling equipment (MHE) repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the warehouse. Provide maintenance support as necessary to ensure operational objectives are met. Perform troubleshooting and repair of material handling equipment and other powered industrial equipment as assigned. Provide outside service provider oversight and monitoring.

What You’ll Do

- Performs in depth troubleshooting and preventative maintenance/repair of Forklift and MHE electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. - Rebuilds and/or replaces major components (i.e. mast, undercarriage, transmissions, engines/motors, etc.). - Inspects forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards. - Maintains batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA Standards. - Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, and any other testing instruments. - Conducts tests of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards. - Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records within the CMMS system. - Keeps work area and tools 6S’d (well maintained, clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required. - Shares knowledge, train and develop less experienced technicians. - Works flexible shifts, if required, including on call.

What Experience and Education You Need

- High school diploma or general education degree (GED). - 2+ years of Forklift Maintenance Experience. - OR 4+ years of other mechanic experience in lieu of specialized Forklift experience (i.e. auto, diesel, truck/trailer mechanic experience). - Required to successfully complete assigned technical training and/or mechanical-electrical courses. - Required training in HAZMAT; obtain and maintain certification. - Basic computer skills required (email, internet searches, basic data entry, etc.).

What Could Set You Apart

- Experience working in a Cold Storage environment. - Specialized forklift maintenance/repair training (Crown, Raymond etc.). - Technical certification or degree. - Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnose down to the component level on material handling equipment. - Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Physical Requirements

(No specific physical requirements listed)

What We Offer

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what's in it for them – opportunity, purpose, and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.