Maintenance Lift Truck Mechanic
About this role
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
FLEX |N| GATE - ROYAL OAK
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Garage Mechanic
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Diagnose, inspect, repair all company owned Powered Industrial Equipment. Including but not limited to hi-los, switcher truck and company vehicles.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Will be responsible for repairs and preventative maintenance on every piece of equipment within the facility.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES / EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Must be familiar with both hand and power tools necessary to complete work in this field. Company will provide large tools and equipment, but not normal hand tools up to 1 ½ “in size.
- Must be able to run overhead cranes and misc. maintenance equipment.
- Must be to troubleshoot all aspects of an industrial truck. Including, but not limited to, fuel systems (propane, gasoline, and diesel), hydraulic systems, electronics and mechanical units.
- Must be able to attach and read any necessary testing equipment.
- Repairs will range from changing head lights to complete overhauls, or anything in between.
- Must be able to follow preventative maintenance procedures as directed, along with suggesting changes to procedures if needed.
- Will be responsible for tracking and maintaining all parts in storage.
- Must be able to diagnose problems, followed by finding necessary parts needed for repair from equipment manuals. Will be expected to turn in parts list to Maintenance Manager for each repair.
- Will be required to check in/out any rental equipment as needed.
- Must be able to lift, bend, twist, squat, climb, kneel, stand or walk continuously in close, confined surroundings.
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
- Must have good attendance record: 2.0 or better.
- Minimum 4 years relevant experience, with documentation.
- Will have to pass entry level mechanical testing.
- Must be able to work mandatory OT as required 6-7 days per week.
COMMENTS
This position description is not all-inclusive. This position is required to perform all other miscellaneous duties and functions as may be assigned. This includes working in all classifications that employee may be assigned to.
What We Offer
• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time
What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
Not just a job—a great place to work!
Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.
Company at a glance
Starting with aftermarket parts in 1956 and moving into O.E. in 1968, Flex-N-Gate produces the highest quality products and systems for the automotive industry. With our extensive plastics, metals and mechanical assemblies experience, we persistently strive for continuous improvement and on-time delivery of defect-free products.
We provide our customers a comprehensive solution using our collective resources of product engineering, project management, testing, stamping, welding, molding, painting, plating, assembly and shipping.
Top Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Prescription insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Company match
- Safety training
- New hire orientation
- Continuous learning and development programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation time
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