Mechanic - Auto, Diesel, Heavy Duty, or Small Engine

Job Description

Job Description

MHS Lift is a respected leader in the Material Handling industry with a legacy of excellence spanning more than 56 years. Recognized by the Philadelphia Inquirer as a Top Employer since 2020, we are proud of our history, employee ownership, and commitment to customer satisfaction. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a self-motivated Forklift Mechanic to join our skilled service team.

Bring your mechanical expertise, strong work ethic, and desire to succeed to a company that values its people and rewards performance with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Position Summary

The Forklift Mechanic is responsible for performing scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing forklifts and other warehouse equipment at customer locations. This role requires strong technical skills, effective communication, and a commitment to safety and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on forklifts and warehouse equipment
• Service electric, internal combustion, and propane-powered equipment
• Complete all required service documentation electronically within designated timeframes
• Maintain inventory of tools and parts
• Coordinate with the Parts team to ensure correct parts and documentation are available
• Coordinate closely with Service Coordinators to optimize daily schedules, ensuring efficient workflow, accurate work orders, and the highest level of customer satisfaction.
• Communicate professionally with customers and internal teams
• Perform all duties safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Minimum of 3+ years of forklift mechanic experience, including electric, IC, and propane units
  • Experience with brands such as Crown, Unicarrier, Yale, Hyster, Toyota, or Raymond preferred
    OR
• 3+ years of related mechanic experience (automotive, diesel, or small equipment)
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills
• Experience with masts, cylinders, and transmissions preferred
• Ability to use voltmeters, ohm meters, and read electrical schematics
• Must own basic hand tools (company provides specialty tools and equipment)
• Valid driver’s license 
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs
• Pre-employment screening and physical required
• Hourly rate based on experience

About MHS Lift

Founded in 1970 with the sale of a single forklift, MHS Lift has grown into a leading material handling provider with over 225 employees across the Americas. Headquartered in Pennsauken, New Jersey, we are proud to be an employee-owned company where many team members have built careers spanning 20+ years.

When you join MHS Lift, you become part of a winning legacy built on respect, teamwork, and long-term success.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work–life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, prescription coverage, and virtual urgent care services. Employees can plan for the future with a 401(k) featuring company match and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Additional benefits include paid vacation, holidays, sick time, bonus opportunities, group life and AD&D insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Optional supplemental benefits are also available, including additional life insurance, commuter benefits, legal services, and identity theft protection.