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Job Title: Forklift Mechanic

1st shift

30 per hour with OT

Job Description

As a Forklift Mechanic, you will perform routine, emergency, and preventative maintenance of forklifts. You will interpret manufacturer's technical manuals to execute necessary maintenance and repairs, troubleshoot problems including brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems, and detect potential issues, safety concerns, or malfunctions. You will need a good working knowledge of brake systems, tire/wheel changes, and the ability to work on LP, gas, and diesel systems. You will replace broken or defective parts and order replacements for major repairs. Reassembly of forklifts and making necessary adjustments for safe operation will also be part of your responsibilities. Safety inspections and cleaning of equipment will be required before forklifts are released back to the work floor.

Responsibilities

+ Perform routine, emergency, and preventative maintenance of forklifts.

+ Interpret manufacturer's technical manuals for maintenance and repairs.

+ Troubleshoot forklift problems including brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

+ Replace broken or defective parts and order replacements for major repairs.

+ Reassemble forklifts and make necessary adjustments for safe operation.

+ Conduct safety inspections and clean equipment before releasing forklifts to the work floor.

Essential Skills

+ 3 years or more of MHE repair or Forklift repair experience.

+ Ability to troubleshoot and work on hydraulics and attachments.

+ Experience working on electric and propane forklifts.

+ Ability to work with various lift trucks such as Hyster, Cat, Crown, and Mitsubishi.

+ Good working knowledge of brake systems and tire/wheel changes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ 8 years or more of experience is preferred.

+ Strong electrical is preferred.

+ Experience with heavy equipment maintenance is a plus.

+ Ability to work with electric, low voltage, and 480v systems, as well as AC/DC.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy the stability of a day shift with opportunities to grow into larger roles. Benefit from health and dental plans, 401k matching, and PTO. Experience potential career advancement with our client's consistent growth of 20% each year and multiple promotion opportunities across six different plants within the complex.

Work Environment

Work in an industrial, clean, and large complex. Training occurs Monday to Friday from 6 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks. Expect to work 40-45 hours a week and one Saturday a month.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.