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Dayton Freight

Forklift Technician/Mechanic

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.

$55,511 / year median in Iowa

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Forklift Technician/Mechanic Dayton Freight - 3.9 Altoona, IA Job Details Full-time $29.25 - $33.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Equipment service recordkeeping Heavy equipment mechanics Machine maintenance record keeping EPA Maintenance inventory management Occupational safety regulation compliance Maintaining an organized workspace Parts administration Forklift servicing Automotive preventive maintenance inspections Safety regulations Basic math Minor mechanical vehicle repair Routine inspections English Groundskeeping Performing regular vehicle safety checks DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations Vehicle maintenance documentation Clean workspace maintenance Facilities routine maintenance Material handling equipment maintenance Vehicle exterior washing Entry level
Full Job Description Salary :
$29.25 - $33.50/hour Stable and growing organization Competitive weekly pay Overtime after 40 hours Quick advancement Quality Hours Professional, positive and people-centered work environment Modern, organized facility Clean, late model equipment Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc. Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days Perform preventative maintenance inspections and services Support the tire maintenance program Perform service calls Wash and fuel equipment Perform other maintenance duties or assignments Provide assistance to senior technicians Lead the care and upkeep of the Maintenance Shop, grounds and all equipment and tools Maintain a clean, safe environment that complies with DOT, EPA, OSHA and Company standards Be proficient in paperwork and record keeping In conjunction with the Parts Department, assure that all necessary materials, parts, service/shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels Effectively handle special assignments as directed Able to maintain a quality hand tool inventory Skills to communicate professionally with operations and/or operators Able to participate at a high level of teamwork Value our company culture Basic math skills Fluent in English Able to pass a drug screen