Material Handling Equipment Technician

Essential Functions:

• Performs preventative maintenance, repair and adjustment of Material Handling Equipment.
• Inspects forklifts, pallet jacks, and other Material Handling Equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards.
• Maintain batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Performs routine maintenance on various types of warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, and any other testing instruments.
• Maintains tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructed.
• Conducts tests of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards.
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records within the CMMS system.
• Keeps work area 6S’d (clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required.
• Performs other maintenance related work and job assignments as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 2 years’ employment maintenance relatable experience (i.e.: automotive mechanic, diesel mechanic, equipment rental mechanic, etc.) or relevant Technical School certification/vocational program.
• Basic computer skills required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mathematical and documentation skills necessary.
• Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficient use of testing equipment.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts if required, including on call.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose down to the component level on all Material Handling Equipment.
• Share knowledge, train and support the development of others.

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to work inside controlled temperature warehouse of –20 degrees
• 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.
• Able to work nights and weekends.

BGDC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.