Forklift Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

We’re Hiring – Forklift Maintenance Technician| New Orleans

Bring your mechanical expertise to a team that keeps operations moving! The Dupuy Group is looking for an experienced Forklift Maintenance Technician to join our New Orleans team. If you have a strong background in diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and heavy equipment repair, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

In this hands-on role, you’ll help keep our equipment safe, reliable, and operational by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on facility trucks, forklifts, chassis, and other mobile equipment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems

• Perform preventative maintenance and complete assigned work orders

• Install and maintain mechanical components on vehicles and chassis

• Utilize shop and diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve equipment issues

• Minimize equipment downtime through timely and effective repairs

• Use manufacturer manuals, company manuals, and technical prints to perform repairs

• Work independently while communicating effectively with Operations and Maintenance teams

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 3+ years of diesel, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic experience

• Experience working with construction, industrial, or heavy machinery

• Confidence repairing suspensions, rear ends, transmissions, air brake systems, injectors, turbos, and related components

• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical problem-solving skills

• Ability to read, write, and understand English and follow written and verbal instructions

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across departments

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Employer-paid Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability insurance

• Supplemental insurance options

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Sick Time

• Paid Holidays

If you’re an experienced technician who takes pride in keeping equipment running safely and efficiently, come build your career with The Dupuy Group!