Diesel Forklift Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

About Lumbermen Associates Inc.

Lumbermen Associates is a trusted, 2nd generation family-owned leader in wholesale building products and mill operations. For over 60 years, we focus on delivering exceptional service, reliable quality, and genuine partnership to our customers.

We believe in respect, teamwork, integrity, and a relentless commitment to doing things the right way. Our people are the heart of our business – we work together to create a safe, productive, and positive environment. We demand high standards of ourselves and each other. If you are motivated, dependable, and ready to grow with a company that values its team, you will feel right at home here.

What is Expected of You in this Role

Location: Bristol, PA (Bucks County)

Diesel/Forklift Mechanic is an operations position responsible for the maintenance of our fleet of forklifts and industrial material handling equipment (MHE). This hands-on position plays a critical role in maintaining the safety, functionality, and operational efficiency of the fleet.

• Perform preventative maintenance (PM), routine diagnostics, and repairs on propane and diesel forklifts.
• Conduct pre-use and post-use inspections to ensure equipment is in safe working condition.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, service logs, and parts usage.
• Collaborate with operations leadership and equipment operators to proactively address any performance issues.
• Support additional operational projects as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a team-first mindset.
• Conduct equipment inspections to ensure OSHA compliance and safe operations.
• Compliance with all safety rules, work instructions, OSHA requirements, and PPE requirements (steel-toed footwear, safety glasses, work gloves)
• Keep the work area clean/organized, and work cooperatively with other team members
• Perform other operational tasks as assigned
• In-house only: forklifts are at our Bristol, PA location
• We supply the tools
• Shift: 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM Monday to Friday

What are the Job Requirements?

• Direct diesel/forklift mechanic skills as through a combination of work experience and certification: hands-on experience repairing and maintaining forklifts and related equipment
• Work experience in an industrial yard or lumber/mill environment a plus

What Are the Physical Demands?

• Ability to operate and perform maintenance of forklift and related equipment: Ability to operate equipment controls including levers, pedals, gears, and steering mechanisms. Ability to operate hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to regularly lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting, and lifting.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity; ability to accurately assess weights/distances/heights ; vision for distance, close-up, and distinguishing colors.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to work in an outdoor lumberyard and open warehouse settings with varying temperatures
• Exposure to noise, dust, and moving machinery that are typical of a lumber mill operation.

What You Bring

• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and high standards
• Ability to work the assigned shift (11:00 AM to 7:30 PM) and OT; consistent attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment with accuracy and precision
• Attention to detail, documentation skills, and ability to follow instructions; problem solving and assessment skills
• Focus on workplace safety; ability to work with safety protocols in an industrial setting
• Ability to be adaptable and willingness to support operational tasks outside your core responsibilities when needed.

Join a Team That Values Hard Work and Teamwork

Does this role sound interesting to you? If you are dependable, energetic, and eager to grow in a hands-on role, we encourage you to apply today.

Lumbermen Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.