Forklift Technician/Mechanic

ProLift Toyota Material Handling is searching for a successful Forklift Technician/Mechanic who will efficiently perform quality repairs on Forklifts and Industrial Equipment in the Louisville, KY area.  Successful Forklift Technician/Mechanic will complete work assignments in a safe and satisfactory manner and promote our services and products with the goal of becoming an "Indispensable Partner".

Job Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Technician/Mechanic will ensure proper maintenance is performed and any ProLift Toyota Material Handling vehicles assigned
• Maintain adequate and accurate parts inventory assigned
• Perform the service job on time and right the first time
• Repair and service lift trucks and other equipment
• Diagnose problems
• Obtain parts and technical information needed to repair equipment
• Project a positive image by interacting with fellow employees, customers and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner
• Accurately communicate appropriate information to those who need to know on a timely basis
• Maintain acceptable personal and work area standards for safety
• Communicate positively and courteously with our customers
• Accurately complete work orders, time cards, support information, etc. and turn in on a timely basis on a tablet
• Operate lift trucks and equipment as required
• Read and comprehend technical manuals
• Use proper test equipment for troubleshooting
• Own and maintain hand tools as required by management. (Current tool list inventory required to be on file)
• Complete work orders thru tablet software
• Manage customer service initiatives (Used Voice of the Customer and Loyalty Guarantee) Promote ProLift Toyota Material Handling’s philosophies, vision, strategies, and value of “Doing the Right Thing”
• TLLP “’Toyota Lean Logistics program” visionary
• Protects organizations values by keeping information confidential and ability to handle sensitive information

Education/Job Requirements: 

• High School Graduate or Equivalent, Tech School Preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• Proficient with Computer/Tablet skills 
• 2 years’ mechanical experience preferred

Working Conditions (but not limited to):

• Work around exhaust fumes, gas, diesel, solvents, paints, thinners, etc.
• Noisy conditions in shop – air tools, compressors, truck lift, running engines
• Some travel may be required
• Some stairs to climb
• Lift or push/pull objects up to 75 lbs. frequently
• Lift or push/pull light objects constantly
• Perform simple motor skills such as standing, walking, etc. constantly
• Perform simple manipulative skills such as writing, etc., constantly
• Perform body coordination’s such as walking, bending, stooping, sitting, and climbing constantly
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Drive vehicle for extended periods of time
• Extend hands/arms in a motion ranging from below the knees to above the head, occasionally
• Communicate verbally, using standard high school level vocabulary
• Hear normal sounds with some background noise, constantly
• See objects close and distant as in reading and driving, constantly

Available Benefits: Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Paid Vacation, Paid Personal Days, Paid Holidays, 401K Matching, Profit Sharing, Paid Bereavement/Jury Duty Leave  and Service Awards.

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