Job Title: Forklift Mechanic
Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Mechanic to cover all MHE within our facilities. This role involves working within a 40-50 mile radius of Carlisle and performing maintenance on various forklifts, including Raymond, Big-Joe's, Crown's, Yale, and Komatsu models. You will be responsible for executing all preventative maintenance (PMs) and necessary repairs through a CMMS system.

ResponsibilitiesAnalyze and diagnose equipment problems and breakdowns.Recommend appropriate service and repair actions to resolve equipment performance issues.Make necessary equipment repairs or modifications based on analysis.Perform scheduled equipment maintenance.Follow all scheduled maintenance procedures and company policies.Document each service call with necessary paperwork.Observe all safety procedures and ensure proper disposal of hazardous waste.Maintain company service vehicles in a clean, orderly, and hazard-free condition, including regular maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations.Secure and maintain service and parts inventory in the company service vehicle.Provide and maintain well-maintained personal tools required for effective equipment service.Essential SkillsTroubleshootingForklift repairHydraulicsDiesel engine repairPreventative and reactive maintenance on electric forklifts using electrical diagnostic instruments and schematicsMechanical skillsAdditional Skills & QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED equivalencyMinimum of 3 to 5 years of related experience and/or training with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipmentExperience with repairing forkliftsTechnical or mechanical training/certifications preferredPossession of a valid driver’s license with a clean MVRAbove average communication skillsAbility to understand service and training manuals, including interpreting schematics and effectively using electrical diagnostic instrumentsAbility to safely operate power tools, lifts, hoists, hydraulic jacks, and overhead cranesMust have own tools, such as sockets and wrenchesWhy Work Here?Get Good Money – Fair pay with potential bonus opportunities.Get the Right Job/Right Schedule – Various shifts available to match your lifestyle, including part-time, full-time, seasonal, and gig work.Get Paid Early – Access your earnings on demand.Get Free Healthcare – Access to telemedicine from day one at no cost, with additional healthcare, dental, and vision options available after a short waiting period.Get a Break – Enjoy paid holidays, time off, short-term disability, and new parent leave.Stay Safe – We pride ourselves on maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy work environment.Get a Voice – We value feedback from our teammates to improve the work experience.Get Promoted – Opportunities for career advancement with approximately 10% of our warehouse workers promoted each year.Get a Boost – Our Compassion Fund provides one-time grants to teammates facing unexpected catastrophes.Get Involved – Participate in community service or donate to our Foundation or Compassion Fund.Have FUN – Work with supportive and fun colleagues.Find Your Place – We value diversity and strive for an inclusive culture.Find Your Future – Whether seasonal or career-launching, we have opportunities for growth.Work Environment

Our facilities are clean, climate-controlled, and well-kept. This hybrid role involves both road and facility work within a 50-mile radius, with a company vehicle provided after the contract period. Larger tools, including a compressor for the Vav, will be provided. This role includes a gas card and Enterprise card. The work hours are from 7:00 am to 3:30/4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with no weekends or on-call duties.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Plainfield, Indiana.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plainfield,IN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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