Forklift Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

**Forklift Mechanic**

This role focuses on maintaining and repairing a wide range of facility-related equipment, including forklifts, conveyors, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and fire safety equipment. You will perform both preventive and reactive maintenance, troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, and ensure all equipment operates safely and efficiently in a busy warehouse environment. The position also involves maintaining accurate maintenance records, managing spare parts inventory, and supporting material handling operations during peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on forklifts, conveyors, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and fire safety equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs) on forklifts, conveyors, and other facility equipment, with approximately 60% of the workload focused on PM activities and 40% on reactive maintenance.
• Monitor equipment performance, trend issues, and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems using diagnostic tools and multimeters.
• Observe and test adjustments, corrective repairs, and modifications to verify safe and proper equipment operation.
• Log time, materials, and detailed maintenance activities into a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or similar maintenance software.
• Maintain, update, and close work orders and preventive maintenance tasks within the maintenance management system.
• Interpret and understand plans, specifications, schematics, and operating and maintenance manuals to perform accurate and safe repairs.
• Repair dock doors and perform rack installations as needed to support warehouse operations.
• Assist with battery preventive maintenance, including battery charger repairs, battery changes for material handling equipment, repair of battery and charger plugs and tips, watering and washing batteries, and performing acid spill cleanup.
• Support forklift and conveyor preventive maintenance to maintain high productivity and top equipment performance, especially during peak operational periods.
• Maintain spare parts inventory, order replacement parts, and prepare routine updates to maintenance records and reports.
• Work with Crown brand forklifts and ensure they are maintained according to manufacturer standards and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team and operations staff to minimize downtime and prioritize critical repairs.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems in an industrial warehouse environment.

Skills

• Minimum 1+ year of maintenance experience on conveyors.
• Minimum 1+ year of maintenance experience on forklifts.
• Minimum 1+ year of hydraulic systems experience.
• Minimum 1+ year of maintenance experience in an industrial facility.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical issues using computerized diagnostic tools and multimeters.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, including inspection, repair, and replacement of cylinders, valves, pumps, and hoses.
• Solid knowledge of electrical systems, including 24V, 36V, and 48V systems, motor controllers, and wiring.
• Expertise in engine repair and maintenance for LP (liquid propane), gas, and diesel engines.
• Knowledge of electric forklift battery care, including charging, watering, and general power maintenance.
• Experience with preventive maintenance practices in an industrial or warehouse environment.
• Ability to use hand tools and industrial tools safely and effectively.
• Experience working with forklifts, particularly in a maintenance or equipment shop or manufacturing facility environment.
• Ability to work with Crown brand forklifts or similar equipment.
• Capability to interpret technical documentation such as plans, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document work in a computerized maintenance management system.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable and growing facility operation where maintenance plays a critical and valued role. The team offers a mix of long-tenured employees and newer team members, creating a balance of experience and fresh perspectives. You benefit from a full-time benefits package while working a 36-hour week, supporting a healthy work-life balance. The culture emphasizes teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to expand your skills across a wide range of equipment and systems as the facility evolves and upgradesFo

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE.

The pay range for this position is $30.27 - $30.27/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Lincoln,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.