Facility and Forklift Maintenance Technician - Day Shift

Position Summary :

Execute all goals and objectives set by the Operations management team to ensure the facility is maintained in a neat and clean manner at all times.

Support a safe working environment for all by carrying out light facility maintenance tasks and ensuring that all warehouse operations areas are free of debris, clutter, and other hazards.

Support Company environmental initiatives by preparing warehouse operations waste products for recycling. Support operational and food safety initiatives by maintaining all areas of the facility clean and tidy.

Diagnose, service, and repair all fleet equipment. Solve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on various production and facility equipment.

Evaluate, repair, and maintain plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and HVAC systems in the facility. Maintain the fire, carbon monoxide, smoke, and other safety systems within the building.

General Duties :

Performing routine, emergency and preventative maintenance of forklifts

Interpreting manufacturer's technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs needed

Troubleshooting forklift problems to include brake, electrical and hydraulic systems, detect imperfections, potential problems, safety issues and / or malfunctions

Diagnosing and repair mast and attachment components

Replacing broken or defective parts from stock parts and / or order replacement parts for major repairs

Reassembling forklifts and make all necessary adjustments for effective and safe operation

Performing safety inspection of forklifts prior to being released back to the work floor

Cleaning of equipment and other areas as required

Ensuring work areas and methods used in carrying out job duties meet safety requirements

Maintaining an organized and neat work area

Competent to completing legible service documents and logs for preventative maintenance tasks

Learning new technical information and techniques to stay current with changing technology

Inspecting and identifying equipment or machines in need of repair

Troubleshooting issues to determine necessary repairs

Planning repair work using the building's blueprints or equipment manual as needed

Performing general warehouse repairs that do not require a specialized technician; Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures

Performing routine maintenance on building systems

Cleaning and assisting with upkeep of the facilities

Ordering supplies and materials needed for building repairs and maintenance

Sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing production floor, break rooms, rest rooms, and office areas as necessary

Removing all waste and other products as soon as possible

Dusting and general cleaning of work surfaces

Continuous monitoring for threats to food safety initiatives, communicating same to supervisory and management staff, and implementing corrective actions as directed

Restocking supplies in rest rooms, employee break rooms, and common areas as necessary

Emptying of all trash cans, cleaning receptacles, and replacing liners

Operating floor scrubbing equipment in the warehouse operations area

Disposing of facility garbage using appropriate methods. This includes but is not limited to :

Preparing large bales of corrugated waste for baling and recycling

Preparing large sheaths of plastic waste for retrieval by recycling vendor(s)

Dumping of non-recyclable garbage drums into appropriate dumpsters

General maintenance of exterior grounds

General facility maintenance tasks as necessary. This includes but it not limited to :

Using approved equipment to change facility light bulbs

Installing and removing required signage throughout the facility

Reviewing of MSDS information provided for assorted cleaning products and ensuring that these are handled in a safe manner at all times

Performing other routing facility and heavy equipment maintenance duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities : This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Job Qualifications and Experience Preferred :

Minimum Education : High School Diploma or equivalent; manufacturing, automotive, military or recent trade school graduate

License / Certification : Valid state driver's license and Valid Class B license

Minimum Experience : 2 or more years of experience required as a Mechanic NOT driver

2 or more years of experience in a related field, including maintenance of Crown forklifts and various lift trucks such as Hyster, Cat and Mitsubishi with lift ratings up to 12,000 pounds

Solid foundation of mechanical aptitude and ability along with knowledge of industrial electricity up to 440 volts would be preferred

Ability to read and understand hydraulic and electrical schematics

Experience in building maintenance, ie. dock levelers and doors

Basic knowledge of cleaning products and their applications

Ability to operate warehouse cleaning equipment, ie. floor scrubbers

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Ability to work independently

Knowledge and Skills :

Intermediate knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite)

High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation

Attention to detail in composing, typing emails and warnings, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Good working knowledge of brake systems and tire / wheel changes

Ability to work on LP, hydraulics, gas and diesel systems

Must be familiar with OSHA regulations regarding the operation of a forklift, clamp truck and all other related power equipment

Must possess the ability to be focused on observing proper operating procedures and safety practices

Ability to operate any other related power equipment

Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects

Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles

Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency

Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools

Repair and replace damaged or worn parts

Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems

Read and understand operating manuals, troubleshooting guides and wiring schematics

Examine parts for damage or excessive wear

Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools

Adjust, maintain, and repair or replace sub assemblies, such as transmissions and engines

Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications

Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices

Assemble gear systems, and align frames and gears

Research, order, and maintain van parts inventory for services and repairs

Adjust and maintain machinery, using control and regulating devices

Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment, and keep equipment service records

Language Skills : Excellent written and oral communication skills with colleagues and vendors including the ability to persuade, influence, negotiate, and make formal presentations in meetings and training environments required.

Mathematical Skills : Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Ability to correctly read, interpret and process lengthy strings of individual digits in their correct order. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.

Reasoning Ability : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands : The physical demands outlined below are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to :

Sit and stand for extended periods of time.

Stand, walk, and push heavy cleaning equipment for extended periods of time.

Use hands to handle, touch, or manipulate items.

Use arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate various tools.

Speak and hear.

Walk and reach with hands or arms.

Use proximate and distant vision capabilities while operating equipment, ie. floor scrubbers or golf carts

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to move certain materials that cannot be moved with power equipment.

Lift up to75 pounds repeatedly.

Have vision abilities to include proximate vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Able to withstand extreme temperatures dependent on weather.

Able to work around fumes, odors, chemicals and / or loud noises.