The purpose of this position is to maintain, service and repair material handling equipment, systems and products on company premises in a timely and cost-effective manner so that customer and company requirements are met; maintaining of vehicle records.

Key Performance Areas:
(Essential Duties & Responsibilities)

Servicing of material handling equipment

Maintaining forklift serviceability to specified standards and according to set procedures by delivering quality service / maintenance.

Perform accurate diagnosis / troubleshooting in event of breakdown of equipment.

Communicate what repairs are needed by advising customer and/or supervisor.

Maintains vehicle maintenance and operational data / history by updating and timeously communication information that must go on record.

Provide complete customer satisfaction in a polite and professional manner.

Ensure proper communication between self, workshop staff (supervisor and controller) and customer.

Ensure OHSACT requirements are met in all actions on company and client premises.

Maintains a safe work environment by verifying vehicle safety device operations.

Following standards and procedures and in general complying with legal regulation.

Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills Education / Training and Experience Requirement(s):

Trade Qualification, plus experience with forklifts or similar material handling equipment; or Qualified Forklift Mechanic

Minimum of 5 years mechanical, hydraulic and electrical experience pertaining to forklifts

General working knowledge of auto electrical systems (ignition, starting, charging, illumination)

Required Certificates, Licences, Registrations:

Trade test certificate

Code 8 / EB driver's licence

Valid forklift operator licence