Forklift Mechanic

Who we are and what we are looking for:
We are a family of entrepreneurs. We are looking for an experienced industrial maintenance technician to join our team. If you are a dependable, hardworking individual with excellent work habits, demonstrated ability to minimize downtime of all equipment, and the skills to operate our cold storage facility at its maximum efficiency, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance on facility equipment, such as racking systems following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locate source of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation
• Responsible for the care and upkeep of the building, racking systems, and refrigeration systems (as qualified).
• Identify current and future maintenance requirements by establishing rapport with management and personnel
• Resolve maintenance problems by conferring with management.
• Protect employees and visitors by maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
• Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as needed.
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality systems.
• Identify and record any issues relating to product, processes and/or quality.
• Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through appropriate channels.
• Verify the implementation of solutions.
• Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
• Participate in Safety and Educational Training.
• Must be willing to become certified in Lock-Out/Tag Out, Fall Protection and Confined Space Entry
• All other related duties as assigned

Requirements
Qualifications:

• 3-years years of industrial maintenance experience with demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing automated equipment required
• 3-5 years of previous warehouse maintenance strongly preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of general hand and power tools
• Previous residential maintenance experience
• Maintenance technician positions will require specific qualifications to be met in order to compete for these position
• Knowledge and experience in Safety and OSHA desired. Must be a safe worker.
• Background in preventative maintenance

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described below are representative of those required of an individual performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Lift up to 70lbs with assistance on an occasional basis
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls
• Be able to see, speak and hear for safety and productivity
• Use scanners, tablets, radio, phones, and other warehouse machinery
• Ability to lift overhead
• Work in an atmosphere range of + 50 to - 30 degrees F with a moderate noise level

Other requirements:

• Ability to work overtime with little or no notice is an essential part of this position due to demand
• Drive a registered motor vehicle to satisfy daily requirements
• Personal interaction and communication required to and from other people is extremely high
• Good arithmetic and reading skills
• Understand and follow verbal instruction, written instruction and company policies
• A self-starter that can work independently and coordinate with others
• Work in a fast pace environment with the ability to manage stress and productivity guidelines
• Always maintain a professional manner in appearance and communications.

We maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All candidates offered a position are required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Triple Temp Cold Storage LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.