Material Handling Equipment Technician
Talascend is currently seeking a Material Handling Equipment Technician for an opportunity in Lansing, Michigan.
Overview
We are seeking a skilled material handling equipment technician to perform scheduled preventative maintenance and necessary repairs on industrial equipment including forklifts, tuggers, personnel carriers, and aerial lifts. This position requires a technical expert who can work independently to diagnose, repair, and maintain material handling equipment in a factory and warehouse setting.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic failures in material handling equipment fleet
- Disassemble, repair, and reassemble components including electrical systems, motors, drive systems, rear ends, and brakes
- Perform regular preventive maintenance and safety inspections according to schedule
- Respond promptly to service calls and equipment breakdowns
- Maintain accurate equipment service records and documentation
- Complete daily checklists and maintenance logs in the Corrigo system
- Order necessary replacement parts while managing inventory
- Adhere to all site safety protocols and procedures
Qualifications
- Eight years of documentable experience with forklifts, aerial lifts, tuggers, or material handling equipment.
- Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills
- Strong understanding of industrial equipment mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
- Demonstrated experience with hydraulic and brake systems
- Experience administering preventive maintenance programs (Corrigo)
- Ability to interpret technical schematics and equipment manuals
- Physical capability to perform movements including lifting, pinching, bending, reaching, climbing, and handling objects
- Valid driver's license
- High school diploma or GED
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
