Kenco Fleet Services - Wilmer - Technician Jobs in TX

About the Position

We are looking for an inhouse forklift mechanic to work at our customer site The Shippers Group in Wilmer, TX.  As a Forklift Mechanic, you will be responsible for performing general maintenance, repairs and preventative maintenance with all Material Handling Equipment  involving all customer and vendors of Kenco Fleet Services. 

Functions

• Repair and maintain all forklifts and other Material Handling Equipment using standards set by site.
• Responsible for scheduling Planned Maintenance (PM) of all forklifts and other Fleet Services Equipment and keeping updated records of PM's completed.
• Inspects forklifts and other operating equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards.
• Use manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, parts diagrams to troubleshoot engines, engine fuel systems, transmissions, automated systems, and conveyors, or other components on material handling equipment.
• Communicate any abuse damages to onsite personnel with a detailed description of problem.
• Communicate with KFS Parts Manager on parts and supplies needed to maintain equipment.
• Maintain parts inventory and repair records for all equipment by completing accurate paperwork.
• Conducts test of safety equipment to ensure OSHA and operational standards.
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Must interact with customers and coworkers in a professional manner.
•  Responsible for general cleanliness of service area always.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, G.E.D. or tech school graduate required.
• 2-4 years of automotive mechanic experience; preferably prior experience with repair and maintenance of material handling equipment, automated systems, and conveyors, or similar equipment.
• ASE Certification preferred. Silver and/or Gold Certification preferred.
• Electrical journeyman certification preferred.
• Electrical and pneumatic experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems on multiple types of equipment.
• Able to read and understand electrical and hydraulic system schematics.
• Self-motivated, self-directed, highly responsible, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to frequently lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Supply own mechanic technician hand tools.
• Must be able to safely operate lift trucks.