LIFTRUCKS is looking for an experienced Senior Forklift Technician to join our Auckland workshop team.
This is a hands-on role for an experienced technician who enjoys working on forklifts and material-handling equipment and takes pride in getting machines repaired, serviced and ready for customers.
You will be involved in both diagnostics and repairs as well as workshop preparation, working on a range of electric and internal-combustion forklifts.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Diagnosing and repairing electric and IC forklifts
- Planned servicing and maintenance
- Electrical and mechanical fault finding
- Hydraulic fault finding and repairs
- Preparing forklifts for rental, sale and customer delivery
- Pre-delivery inspections and repairs
- Carrying out major repairs and component replacement
- Assisting with breakdown and field-service work when required
- Testing and commissioning machines after repairs
- Completing service reports and job documentation
- Supporting and assisting other technicians in the workshop
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop
What we're looking for
We are looking for an experienced technician who:
- Has 5+ years' experience working on forklifts or similar equipment
- Has strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
- Is confident working on both electric and IC forklifts
- Has good hydraulic fault-finding experience
- Can work independently and take ownership of jobs
- Has a strong attention to detail
- Takes pride in producing quality workmanship
- Is able to assist and provide technical support to other technicians
- Has a practical, hands-on approach
- Holds a current driver's licence