Forklift Technician

Forklift TechnicianFind your future at Fastenal! Our distribution center is hiring energetic, team oriented individuals to work in our fast pace warehouse! Working as Full-time Forklift Technician, you will repair and maintain powered industrial vehicles on site. You will also assist the maintenance crew with preventative and reactive maintenance functions. Fastenal Company is committed to environmental protection and to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. We strive to integrate EHS & Sustainability considerations into all our business decisions, plans, and operations.The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing various makes of forklift and other Power Industrial Vehicles (PIVs)Performing all assigned planned maintenance on PIVsMaintaining spare parts inventoryMaintaining accurate service records through a work order systemSupporting, promoting and leading safety initiatives, policies and proceduresMaintain the cleanliness/organization of work areaComplying with health, safety and sustainability rules and expectationsParticipating in activities and programs that help the company achieve health, safety and sustainability objectivesLearning, passing, and practicing various environmental health and safety trainingsThe following skills and qualifications are required for this position:18 years of age or olderProficient written and oral communication skillsProficient using Microsoft Office SuiteExhibit strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision making skillsHighly motivated, self directed and customer service orientedLearn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environmentWork independently as well as in a team environmentDemonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilitiesWillingness to work a flexible schedule/extra time as neededDemonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamworkLift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 100lbsPass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders. As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.