Heavy Equipment and Forklift Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job title

Heavy Equipment and Forklift Mechanic

Reports to

Operations Manager

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Workers’ Comp Status

Machinery Dealer NOC (Code 8107)

Job purpose

The Heavy Equipment and Forklift Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and inspecting agricultural, construction, and material handling equipment, including tractors, skid steers, forklifts, telehandlers, and other heavy machinery. This position ensures equipment operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and manufacturer standards.

Duties and responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on farm equipment, forklifts, and other heavy machinery. 
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine-related issues using diagnostic tools and equipment. 
• Repair and replace engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, steering components, and electrical systems. 
• Conduct equipment inspections and identify safety concerns or maintenance needs. 
• Troubleshoot and repair diesel and gasoline-powered equipment. 
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, and inspection reports accurately and timely. 
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and service vehicle. 
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations. 
• Communicate equipment status, repair recommendations, and parts needs to supervisors and customers. 
• Operate equipment safely for testing and verification of repairs. 
• Assist with field service calls as needed.
• Preform any other tasks as required by the Manager

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent,
• Technical school training in diesel technology, heavy equipment repair, or related field preferred.
• Valid driver license, with good driving record
• Forklift operator’s license/certification
• Physical requirements

Knowledge

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services
• In depth mechanical knowledge of material handling products
• Strong understanding of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and diagnostic procedures.

Skills

• Troubleshooting- Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
• Operation Monitoring- Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Systems Analysis- Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes
• Equipment Selection- Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Complex Problem Solving- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Operation and Control- Controlling operations of equipment or systems
• Critical Thinking- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Speaking- Talking to others to convey information effectively
• Time Management- Managing one’s own time and the time of others
• Active Listening- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Abilities

• Ability to operate heavy equipment equipment
• Ability to operate any other related power equipment
• Ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented
• Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense
• Ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
• Ability to carry heavy objects, stoop, knee, crouch, or crawl to be able to move certain materials that cannot be moved with power equipment

Other characteristics such as personal characteristics

• Independent worker
• Commitment to company vision and mission
• Awareness of lean business principles

Travel

This position travels from job to job.

Working Environment and Physical demands

The work environment characteristics described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working environment

While performing this duty, the employee will be exposed to noisy shop environment. When performing the duties of this job, it is a requirement to wear Personal Protective Equipment whenever necessary.

Physical requirements

While performing this duty, the employee will be required to frequently sit, walk, talk, and listen. The employee is required to frequently use hands to fingers, handle, feel objects or controls to include products we service, computer, and other office equipment. The employee must often stand, kneel, bend over, walk, and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee will be exposed to hazardous materials, i.e., grease, fuel, pressured gas, and/or oil. The employee will be required to kneel, sit, stand, and lay on hard surfaces, i.e., concrete and/or asphalt. Appropriate material handling equipment should be used to lift or move items that are heavy or bulky. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.