Apprentice Forklift Technician (PROGRAM STARTS AUG 12TH)

Naumann/Hobbs is looking for YOU to fill our Apprentice Forklift Technician position in the Phoenix, AZ area. Program starts Monday August 12th or 13th not accepting after those dates, 2 seats left

We are the largest Material Handling Equipment Company in the Southwest. Naumann/Hobbs Material Handling, Inc. sells, rents, services, and supplies parts on an extensive line of material handling products. We are a staple in the Valley with almost 70 years of business experience and over 100 million in annual sales.

The Apprentice Forklift Technician will be trained in maintaining and repairing forklift equipment for a variety of clients. Also, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, complete preventative maintenance, repair brakes and suspension, etc. This position is performed in a shop environment at the company location or a customer’s shop location. It cannot be performed remotely.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Apprentice Technician:

• Must be self-motivated.
• Ability to keep work area clean and organized.
• Ability to follow instructions and take direction.
• Basic computer skills.
• Will adhere to all applicable safety policies.
• Will comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Has basic mechanical aptitude and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.
• Can communicate daily activities with training technicians and senior technicians to ensure progress toward your goals.
• UTI graduate a plus or any technical school.

Competencies Skills and Abilities:

• Mechanical and Electrical troubleshooting.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean motor vehicle record plus the ability to drive multiple hours daily.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Supply own mechanic technician hand tools.
• Ability to read and understand necessary service and training manuals.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Ability to maintain a good understanding of industry innovations and product availability to make recommendations based on customer need.
• Ability to effectively utilize volt, ohm and multi-meters.
• Ability to use stick and/or MIG welder for installation and repair of dock and door equipment.
• Ability to safely operate drills, grinders, presses, forklifts, hoists, overhead cranes, and personal hand tools.
• Such other knowledge, skills, and abilities as are necessary in connection with additionally assigned duties.
• Familiarity with PC (laptop/iPad) applications to diagnose equipment issues.

Education and Experience:

• Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Maintain current driver’s license.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands in a grip motion with the ability to hold and control tools.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, sit, squat, and crawl under equipment, and to ascend & descend a ladder.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop and kneel.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to push and pull up to 75 pounds.  
• The employee is occasionally required to lift 50 pounds and to be able to lift and carry 45 pounds.
• The employee must be able to work around fumes, odors, chemicals and/or loud noises.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• The employee may be required to operate a forklift with appropriate certification(s).
• This position is designated as a "Safety-Sensitive Position". A Safety-Sensitive Position includes tasks or duties that could affect
•  the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment can range from moderate to a noise level representative of an industrial workspace.
• The employee may be exposed to sunlight as not all work is performed in a covered shop environment.

What will we do for you:

• Positive work environment that encourages growth and offers a work/life balance
• Monday - Friday work week
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401K
• Short- and Long-Term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation and Sick time
• Discounts at major retailers and more

Naumann/Hobbs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening check.