Forklift Mechanic - Field

Field Mechanic

Looking for your next exciting Mechanic position? Wolter Inc., is looking for a Field Mechanic to join our team! This position is based out of our Rockford, IL facility and will be responsible for supporting our customers in the surrounding Rockford area.

As a Forklift Field Mechanic at Wolter, you'll be the heart of our mission. Here's what you'll dive into:

• Complete all assigned service jobs with precision and dedication.
• Collaborate with the Lead Field Mechanic, ensuring effective communication on any technical challenges or unusual service problems.
• Attend service training classes to stay up to date on new products and refresh your knowledge on less encountered ones.
• Submit daily paperwork promptly, including timecards and maintenance reports with customer signatures.
• Maintain open communication with dispatchers and the service office, updating them on job status and availability for new assignments.
• Identify jobs that should be sent to our shop for repair, providing valuable recommendations based on complexity or safety reasons.
• Develop and nurture relationships with territory sales representatives, keeping them informed of potential sales opportunities.
• Always uphold safety rules and policies, ensuring a secure working environment.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Masterful skills in repairing powered industrial equipment, with a minimum of two (2) years' experience fixing forklift trucks and other products we represent, including LP Gas, diesel, and electric trucks.
• Successful completion of required training courses.
• Stellar communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A time management pro who can juggle multiple priorities.
• Basic computer proficiency and laptop fundamentals.
• Ownership of tools necessary for repairs, as per our recommended tool list.
• Certification to operate material handling equipment.
• Wholehearted commitment to the company's vision and mission.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Lift and carry up to 60 pounds occasionally, 5-30 pounds more frequently, and up to 30 pounds very frequently.
• Frequently standing, reclining, kneeling, walking, twisting, reaching, and using feet to repair and operate machinery.
• Occasional sitting, stooping, crouching, squatting, climbing, and crawling.
• Constant use of hands and fingers for repairs and office work.
• Exceptional vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Be ready to embrace a dynamic work environment with noise, vibration, and exposure to various elements.

What Makes Us Exceptional:

• Competitive Compensation: We value your hard work and believe in recognizing it. Enjoy a competitive salary that mirrors your skills and unwavering dedication.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Your journey at Wolter is as important as your destination. We cultivate a culture of growth, offering clear pathways for career progression. Your success is our success!
• Continuous Learning: Embrace a culture of lifelong learning with regular access to training and development opportunities. Stay ahead of industry trends, continually enhancing your skills.
• Supportive Work Environment: Join a team that feels like family. We prioritize collaboration, open communication, and a supportive atmosphere where every voice is heard.
• Mission-Driven Impact: Be part of something bigger! Our mission to move, store, and power the world more efficiently is the driving force behind everything we do. Your work makes a tangible impact every day.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Engage with state-of-the-art equipment and the latest industry innovations. Be at the forefront of technology in a role that challenges and excites.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Health Insurance: Your well-being is our priority. Access top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your family.
  • Pet Insurance: We understand your furry friends are family too. Enjoy peace of mind with our pet insurance coverage, ensuring the well-being of your beloved pets.
  • Life Insurance: Secure your future and your loved ones' with our robust life insurance coverage, providing a comforting safety net.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Achieve a healthy work-life balance with our generous PTO policy. Take the time you need to recharge and savor life outside of work.
  • Continuous Learning Opportunities: Foster your growth with regular training and development programs, staying at the forefront of industry trends.
  • Career Advancement: Your career journey is significant to us. Explore diverse career paths within the organization, supported by mentorship programs and clear advancement opportunities.
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for a secure future with our 401(k) retirement savings plan, ensuring financial well-being beyond your working years.
  • Tuition Buy Back Program: If you have graduated from a tech college/university with a degree that is applicable to what you do at Wolter, you could be reimbursed up to $10,000.00 for your education.
  • Interest Free Tool Loan Program: We know that tools are expensive, so that is why we offer an interest free tool loan program to our mechanics.

Our mission is to move, store, and power the world more efficiently. You're part of a team that is connected like family and committed to making an impact.

We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex(including pregnancy and related medical conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job offers are contingent upon satisfactory drug screen and driving record results.