What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Tire Technician Lexington, KY (Entry and Experienced) position at Michelin North America, Inc.?
Forklift Tire Service Technician
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The opportunity
Michelin North America, Inc. is hiring a Forklift Tire Technician for Solideal Onsite Service. Together with our numerous partners worldwide, we offer customized services to meet the maintenance requirements of forklift fleets, ensuring safe operations and maximized uptime.
Let us invest in your success as you invest in ours.
Mechanical experience is preferred, but expertise isn’t required. We will provide training for any skills required.
Must be 21 years or older.
Hourly wage with excellent benefits like 401(k) matching, paid time off, dental, health and life insurance! Incentive bonus opportunities.
This position is for day shift (start times may vary), 8-hour shifts with overtime available after 40 hours.
As a Forklift Tire Technician, you will give input for customer service and operational improvement. You will continuously improve on the knowledge of our products and services and assume full ownership of the position function, with understanding of the role in relation to the success of the Service Center.
Must be able to pass a urine drug screen and DOT physical as a condition of an offer of employment, subject to ADA and reasonable accommodation process. Must be able to pass background check at appropriate stage consistent with state law as a condition of an offer of employment.
What you’ll do
- In-house and onsite installation of forklift and other material handling tires using a hydraulic tire press.
- Dismount, mount tires, and service the customer product as specified by the customer order.
- Perform preventive maintenance and ensure cleanliness of all equipment including service vehicles.
- Report to the Service Manager immediately any material that does not meet quality standards, equipment that requires maintenance, delays at customer sites, potential issues with customer equipment before servicing, accidents or concerns about safety or other potential hazards.
- Job requires regular bending, crouching, squatting, and reaching movements, and standing for prolonged periods.
What you’ll bring
- A "high school diploma" or equivalent experience.
- A valid driver's license.
- A dedication to prioritize personal safety and the safety of others.
- Punctuality and effective time management skills.
- A strong attention to detail, initiative, and critical thinking.
- Ability to work independently.
· Ability to lift up to 75 pounds required, with lift-assist available IE; forklift, Lift table, Lift Gate etc.
- Effective communication with customers on a professional level.
· Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) software applications and ERP system are a plus, but not required.
Where you’ll work
- In a Tobacco-free environment, including alternatives (vaping).
- In a service vehicle exposed to various noises and hot/cold conditions at customer locations (indoor/outdoor).
- In an industrial environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $23
