Forklift Maintenance Mechanic

Do you have at least 3 years of experience diagnosing and repairing forklifts, including hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems in a manufacturing or industrial environment?

Can you independently troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns, identify root causes, and safely return equipment to operation while following lockout/tagout procedures?

Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial environment with varying temperatures, dust, and production demands?


At Doncasters we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced forklift and maintenance mechanic to join our team in Long Beach.


The working hours for this role are M-F 6:00am-2:30pm

Hourly rate $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Why join us?

Did you know that every time you take a flight, drive somewhere, or switch on a light, there's a chance Doncasters played a part in making that happen?

We are a specialist manufacturer of complex precision cast components for aerospace engines and industrial gas turbines, supporting leading OEM programs.

We excel in turning metals into motion, working in alloys and manufacturing complex product designs to offer an unparalleled range of solutions for high performance and specialist applications.


We employ more than 3,000 people across 14 core manufacturing facilities globally, providing the scale and expertise required to serve leading aerospace engine and IGT OEMs.

At Doncasters, we believe in doing things the right way. That means acting with integrity, delivering with commitment, and working as one team to achieve more, together. Whether you're developing precision-engineered components, running world-class manufacturing operations, or supporting our people and processes, your role is part of something much bigger.

Join us and contribute to a legacy built on performance, precision, and the values that drive us forward - excellence, commitment, integrity, and teamwork.

What we can offer you:

• An interesting and varied field to work in

• An environment where you can learn and grow through constant development opportunities

• PTO

• Competitive 401K

• Competitive medical insurance

The Role

The Forklift & Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable operation of forklifts, material handling equipment, and production machinery throughout the foundry. On a daily basis, this role diagnoses mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues, performs preventative maintenance, and completes repairs to minimize downtime and support continuous production. The position works closely with operations personnel to respond to equipment breakdowns, inspect and service forklifts, maintain maintenance records, and ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently. In addition to forklift maintenance, the mechanic supports the upkeep of foundry equipment, facility systems, and infrastructure, helping to maintain a safe, productive, and compliant manufacturing environment. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, a proactive approach to equipment reliability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, heavy industrial setting.

Interested?

If you have any of the below skills, we would love to talk to you about your next career move:

• Three or more years of experience maintaining and repairing forklifts, material handling equipment, or industrial machinery in a manufacturing, foundry, or heavy industrial environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems, including the ability to diagnose and resolve equipment failures efficiently.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs to improve equipment reliability and reduce production downtime.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, blueprints, and maintenance documentation.
• Working knowledge of welding, fabrication, and general shop equipment used to repair or modify machinery and components.
• Commitment to workplace safety, including experience following lockout/tagout procedures and OSHA safety standards.
• Experience maintaining production equipment such as conveyors, compressors, pumps, dust collection systems, furnaces, or other industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns in a fast-paced production environment.

To Apply

Apply online.


We'll be in touch with you quickly after receiving your application.

Equal opportunities

Doncasters is committed to achieving workforce diversity and we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, sex, gender identity, disability- physical or hidden, sexual orientation, veteran status, religious belief, or any other characteristics protected by law. We provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We encourage all applicants to reach out if they require any support or accommodations to enable them to thrive throughout our recruitment process. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io .

An ambitious individual who has at least 5-10 years previous experience in a similar role.

If you have a high school diploma, strong work ethic and want to hit the ground running, we want to hear from you.

We are keen to hear from candidates who have experience of working in a manufacturing organization.