Forklift Maintenance Technician

Job Details

Job Location
Oxnard, CA

Position Type
Regular Full Time

Salary Range
$21.00 - $33.00 Hourly

Description

Forklift Maintenance TechnicianSalary Range: $21.00 - $33.00/ Hr.

***Will start 100% On-Site in Oxnard, CA. Must relocate to Henderson, NV in October 2026***

As the largest machine tool builder in the western world, we need world-class talent in all of our departments. And we're not just looking for people for the production floor. Haas is a very vertically integrated company, with a wide range of high-tech career opportunities available.

Oh, and yes, we are the same Haas that owns the Haas Factory Racing NASCAR teams, and the Haas F1 Team from the Netflix series: Drive to Survive.

The Forklift Maintenance Technician 1 is responsible for the inspection, repair and maintenance of forklifts, carts, tugs and other wheeled factory equipment. This critical role deals mostly with preventative maintenance, light repairs and ensuring compliance with safety regulations to promote a safe and productive work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Equipment Inspection: Conduct thorough inspections of forklifts and other vehicles to identify any mechanical or electrical issues. Regularly assess the condition of components such as brakes, tires, hydraulics, engine, and safety systems.

• Maintenance and Repair: Perform scheduled maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication, and other general servicing. Execute repairs and troubleshoot problems with vehicles, addressing issues like faulty wiring, hydraulic leaks, transmission problems and more.

• Preventative Maintenance: Follow maintenance schedules to prevent breakdowns and extend the lifespan of the forklift fleet. Adhere to manufacturer guidelines and best practices for preventative maintenance.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities including work orders, inspection reports and parts replacements. Use the equipment records in SAP to track and document tasks.

• Safety Compliance: Ensure that all forklifts and equipment meet safety standards and regulations. Regularly inspect safety features like lights, horns and alarms to guarantee safe operation.

• Employees must report any damage to a supervisor or manager.

• Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escalate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.

• Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervised Employees

This job does not have any supervisory activities.

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Qualifications

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty adequately. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Maintain an active Haas Forklift certification.

• 3 years experience of forklift maintenance work.

• Work with little to no supervision.

Desired Qualifications

Education

One-year certificate from college or technical school is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Major

Other

Minimum Years of Experience

3-5 years

Language Skills

Must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions and safety rules; such as work instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Must be able to effectively present information to the following: in a one-on-one setting or small group situations for our customers, clients, and/or other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. May need to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to apply common sense and understanding in order to carry out written, oral, and/or diagram instruction forms. Must be able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity

Duration

Sitting

Occasionally

Standing

Occasionally

Walking

Occasionally

Bending (neck)

Occasionally

Bending (waist)

Rarely

Squatting

Occasionally

Twisting (neck)

Occasionally

Twisting (waist)

Occasionally

Climbing

Occasionally

Kneeling

Occasionally

Crawling

Occasionally

Reaching (above shoulder level)

Occasionally

Reaching (below shoulder level)

Occasionally

Hand Use

Duration

Repetitive use of hand

Frequently

Simple grasping

Frequently

Power grasping

Frequently

Fine manipulation

Frequently

Pushing & Pulling

Frequently

Vision

Required

Close vision

Yes

Distance vision

Yes

Color vision

Yes

Peripheral vision

Yes

Depth perception

Yes

Adjust focus

Yes

Lifting Requirements

Duration

0-10 lbs.

Frequently

11-25 lbs.

Frequently

26-50 lbs.

Frequently

51-60 lbs.

Frequently

61+ lbs.

Never

Equipment Use

Duration

This position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.

Occasionally

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Noise Level

The noise level in the work environment is usually:

Loud

Work Environment

Duration

This position operates in a general office or engineering lab environment

Never

Employee will work around machining or on the production floor

Constantly

Employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration

Frequently

Employee is exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particles

Occasionally

Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold or extreme heat

Frequently

Employee is exposed to risk of electrical shock

Occasionally

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