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Forklift Mechanic

Forklift Mechanic

at Saia LTL Freight

Garland, TX

Posted: 1-20-2025

Maintenance, Repair, and Installation

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$66,040/year

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About this Career

Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines

Skills

Forklift Truck, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification, Propane, Material Handling Equipment, Hydraulic Jacks, Leadership, Planned Maintenance, Changing Oil, Inventory Control Systems

Job Description

Ready To Go Further? Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one - from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity - from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what going further is all about. Position Summary Supports the maintenance, repairs, and inspections of forklifts and other material handling equipment. Major Tasks and Responsibilities Troubleshoots, repairs, and rebuilds propane and diesel forklift engines. Diagnoses failures and maintains all systems and parts associated with forklifts. Uses hydraulic jacks to gain access to the underside of the units for maintenance and repairs. Conducts regular inspections of forklifts to identify any issues. Performs routine maintenance on forklifts such as oil changes, lubrication, filter replacement, and battery maintenance. Monitor and manage parts inventory levels and supplies needed for maintenance and repairs. Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED. 5+ years of forklift experience. Possesses an ASE master mechanic certification.
Pay Rate:
29.50 - 34.00 per hour, based on experience Benefits At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed. Make Your Move At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values - like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further. Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. With headquarters in Georgia, Saia LTL Freight operates across the U.S. and employs thousands of people nationwide. Through our network of partners, we serve the balance of the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii, plus Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico. Through our three operating service groups-Saia LTL, LinkEx, and Saia Logistics Services-we provide complete transportation and logistics solutions. As a company, Saia is dedicated to providing every employee the opportunity and environment to continue to grow and contribute, individually and as part of a team.

Other Job Posting Details

Salary

Minimum

Maximum

$61,360/yr

$70,720/yr

MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL

High school or GED

MINIMUM YEARS EXPERIENCE

5