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Americold Logistics

Forklift Technician II

Americold Logistics, South Plainfield, New Jersey, us, 07080


Primary Responsibility :Perform routine and complex material handling equipment (MHE), repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the warehouse. Provide maintenance support as necessary to ensure operational objectives are met. Perform troubleshooting and repair of material handling equipment and other powered industrial equipment as assigned. Provide outside service provider oversight and monitoring.What You'll DoGeneral Maintenance throughout the warehouse as needed.Perform Maintenance on Forklifts/MHE (Material Handling Equipment).Keep/maintain records using CMMS system.What Experience You NeedMinimum of 4 years of maintenance experience.Minimum 2 years' experience as a Forklift (MHE) Tech or Mechanic.What could set you apartAutomotive or related Mechanical, Electrical, Technical degree, certificate, or diploma.Experience in Manufacturing, Distribution, or Warehouse.Formal MHE Tech Training (Hyster, Crown, Toyota, or Raymond preferred).Physical RequirementsMay be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of -20 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).Must be able to work at heights in excess of 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalk.Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch.Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Must be able to use hand and power tools.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eyeglasses. Contact lenses are prohibited when working with ammonia.Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam.Work Environment :The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.What We Offer :Our associates know the answer to the question What's in it for me We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity