Shop Foreman - Forklift Mechanic

Primary Responsibilities

• Assign and manage workload for other shop technicians
• Assist junior technicians with complex repairs
• Job will require IC forklift repairs, including:
• Complex diagnostic on all makes and models
• Large repairs, such as transmission overhauls, engine rebuilds, replacements, etc.
• Diagnostics and repair of fuel systems (Gas, LPG, & Diesel)
• Electric forklift repairs
• Diagnostics of complex wiring issues
• Battery and charger diagnostic and repair
• Hydraulic system repairs
• Brake and steer axle system repairs
• Complete scheduled PM and repair assignments within the time frame allotted
• Use diagnostic tools to test forklift components
• Perform quality inspections on junior technicians’ repairs and services

Skills Required

• Prior foreman or management experience
• The ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Computer proficient, with history of working with digital workorder systems and computer diagnostic tools
• Employee must be able to push, pull, carry, grasp, reach and crouch when needed for the job
• Employee must be able to communicate effectively with management, customers, and other employees
• Job will require the employee to interpret documents, comprehend basic instructions (written or verbal), apply abstract principles to a wide range of complex tasks
• Employee must be able to analyze information and write a diagnosis on work orders
• The ability to decipher different colors
• Must be able to work individually and as a team

Qualifications

• Prefer 3 or more years' experience as a heavy equipment mechanic or related mechanic jobs
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Willingness to learn
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Schedule

7:30 a.m to 4:00 p.m. shop hours

Criminal, Drug Screening and Motor Vehicle Background Check

All candidates will be required to undergo a criminal, drug screening and motor vehicle background check.