Forklift Mechanic
AerotekJob Title: Forklift Mechanic
Location: South Sacramento
Pay: $30/HR - $40/HR
Shift: 4/10 Schedule - Monday - Thursday. OT Required when needed Friday and Saturdays
Job Description
The Industrial Maintenance Technician installs, repairs, and maintains industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, with a strong focus on preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. This role supports production
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operations by diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, performing repairs, and ensuring equipment reliability and safety in a steel yard environment.
Responsibilities
• Install, repair, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment by performing scheduled and preventive maintenance activities.
• Observe mechanical devices in operation to locate sources of problems and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues.
• Dismantle machinery and remove, repair, or replace defective parts and components as needed.
• Inspect and measure parts and components to determine changes in requirements and identify necessary adjustments or replacements.
• Troubleshoot and repair CNC controls, modules, servo drives, and related components.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs on industrial equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventories of equipment parts and supplies by checking stock levels and placing orders when needed.
• Train production workers on routine preventive mechanical maintenance procedures and answer maintenance-related questions and requests.
• Prepare clear and detailed maintenance reports documenting work performed, findings, and recommendations.
• Conduct fleet and forklift maintenance and repair as required, including engines, transmissions, and diesel equipment.
• Perform diagnostic work on engines and heavy equipment to identify root causes of mechanical issues.
• Carry out maintenance repair and service tasks to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
• Lift and move heavy parts and equipment, up to 50 lbs, in a safe manner.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following established procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation to support maintenance and repair activities.
Essential Skills
• Hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, including preventive maintenance and repair of machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in mechanical repair of engines, transmissions, and heavy equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair CNC controls, modules, servo drives, and related components.
• Proficiency in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, including PLC troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics systems and their maintenance and repair.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and perform effective repairs.
• Experience with forklift repair, fleet maintenance, and diesel engine maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in industrial environments, including diagnosis and maintenance repair.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for reporting and training purposes.
• Ability to lift and move parts and equipment up to 50 lbs safely.
• Must provide own tools suitable for industrial maintenance work.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Industrial, heavy equipment, or steel yard maintenance.
• Experience with service and maintenance of diesel engines and transmissions.
• Familiarity with maintaining inventories of parts and supplies and placing orders.
• Ability to train others on routine preventive mechanical maintenance procedures.
• Comfort working with both mechanical and electrical systems in an industrial setting.
Why Work Here?
Employees benefit from consistent, reliable work with a stable schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week, supporting work-life balance. The standard daytime hours create a predictable routine, and overtime opportunities on Fridays provi