Cabinetworks Group
Forklift PIV Lead Technician
US - Ohio - Middlefield · Part-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 12 days ago
BudgetingLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingOSHA
About the role
- This position provides technical leadership to the maintenance team, coordinates repairs and preventive maintenance, ensures compliance with safety regulations, and works closely with operations to maximize equipment uptime.
- Shift Shift 1 - 12 (United States of America) Full or Part Time Full time Cabinetworks Group (the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job.
- The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit.
Responsibilities
- Lead the maintenance and repair of all powered industrial vehicles, including electric and internal combustion forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, order pickers, tow tractors, and other material handling equipment.
- Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules to improve fleet reliability.
- Perform root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
- Coordinate with vendors for warranty work, major repairs, and technical support.
- Manage parts inventory and recommend critical spare parts to minimize downtime.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history.
- Support and mentor maintenance technicians by providing technical guidance and hands-on training.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns as needed to support production.
Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, kneel, climb, bend, and work in confined spaces.
- Ability to respond to emergency equipment failures during scheduled shifts or call-ins as required.
- Five or more years of experience maintaining powered industrial vehicles or material handling equipment.
- Ability to read electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and service manuals.
- Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.
- Level of Proficiency:
- Previous leadership or lead technician experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, hydraulic systems, motors, drive units, steering systems, braking systems, and battery-powered equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, organization, and leadership abilities.
- Physical Requirements:
- Comfortable working at heights and in varying environmental conditions.
Nice to have
- High school diploma or GED required
- technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Compensation
- It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment)
Company info
- Understanding of various types of environmental and manufacturing processes, to avoid non-conformance to company, EPA, or OSHA compliance.
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