Forklift Technician

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World. For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you. Perform routine and complex Forklift and other material handling equipment (MHE) repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the warehouse. Provide maintenance support as necessary to ensure operational objectives are met. Perform troubleshooting and repair of material handling equipment and other powered industrial equipment as assigned. Provide outside service provider oversight and monitoring. What You’ll Do Performs in depth troubleshooting and preventative maintenance/repair of Forklift and MHE electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. Rebuilds and/or replaces major components (i.e mast, undercarriage, transmissions, engines/motors, etc.). Inspects forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards. Maintains batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA Standards. Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, and any other testing instruments. Conducts tests of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards. Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records within the CMMS system. Keeps work area and tools 6S’d (well maintained, clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required. Shares knowledge, train and develop less experienced technicians. Work flexible shifts, if required, including on call. Performs related work and other job assignments as required. What Experience And Education You Need High school diploma or general education degree (GED) OR 4+ years of other mechanic experience in lieu of specialized Forklift experience (i.e. auto, diesel, truck/trailer mechanic experience) Required to successfully complete assigned technical training and/or mechanical-electrical courses. Required training in HAZMAT; obtain and maintain certification. Basic computer skills required (email, internet searches, basic data entry, etc.) What Could Set You Apart Experience working in a Cold Storage environment Specialized forklift maintenance/repair training (Crown, Raymond etc.) Technical certification or degree Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnose down to the component level on material handling equipment Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Physical Requirements Able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius) and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold, and precipitation). Able to work at heights in excess of 30 ft. (9 meters) and access elevated platforms, catwalks, and roofs. Able to work in confined areas. Able to climb ladders and stairs. Able frequently to stand, walk, push, pull, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch. Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (23 kg) frequently. Able to operate hand and power tools safely. Able to meet specific vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception. (Use of contacts are prohibited when working with ammonia.) Depending on specific role, able to pass a physical and respiratory/respirator fit exam. Able to frequently step up/on or step down/off to mount and dismount material handling equipment. Able to perform fine articulation movements with fingers/hands and/or feet to operate equipment. Able to wear personal protective equipment required for any/all tasks. Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V. What We Offer At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world. U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA). 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