What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Service Technician position at WP Rawl?
WP Rawl is a grower, processor, and distributor of farm fresh vegetables harvested year-round. Since 1925 our headquarters in the midlands of South Carolina has grown from a small family operation to a business retaining nearly 800 employees. WP Rawl is dedicated to growing products beneficial to life, providing opportunities for team members, and supporting local communities. We are committed to implementing practices that are both sustainable and ensure food safety. WP Rawl ships products to retailers from Florida to Maine across to Texas and Wisconsin. Our employees are an extension of our family, each of whom has an opportunity to impact every area of the business.
We are currently in search of a Forklift Service Technician supporting our processing facility in Pelion, SC.
Shift: Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm.
General Duties
- Perform routine, emergency and preventative maintenance of forklifts.
- Interpret manufacturer's technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs needed.
- Troubleshoot forklift problems to include brake, electrical and hydraulic systems, detect imperfections, potential problems, safety issues and/or malfunctions.
- Able to diagnose and repair mast and attachment components.
- Good working knowledge of brake systems and tire/wheel changes.
- Ability to work on LP, gas.
- Replace broken or defective parts from stock parts and/or order replacement parts for major repairs.
- Reassemble forklifts and make all necessary adjustments for effective and safe operation.
- Perform safety inspection of forklifts prior to being released back to the work floor.
- Cleaning of equipment and other areas as required.
- Ensure work area and methods used in carrying out job duties meet safety requirements.
- Maintain an organized and neat work area.
- Competent to complete legible service documents and logs for preventative maintenance tasks.
- Learn new technical information and techniques to stay current with changing technology.
Requirements:
- Two or more years of experience in a related field, including maintenance of various lift trucks
- Manufacturing experience, a positive
- Solid foundation of mechanical aptitude
- Valid driver's license, ability to pass a drug screen and background check.
- Able to work safely and follow company rules and procedures
Working Conditions:
- No heating or air conditioning
- Must be able to lift 50lbs
- Industrial equipment, including moving conveyors and other electrically energizes machinery
- Heavy forklift traffic
- Concrete flooring, often wet
- Some cold air areas (36-40 degrees)
- Noise Level: High
- May be required to crouch
- Required to regularly sit, stand, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear
- Must be able to walk frequently on flat terrain
- Must be able to perform repetitive motion
Benefits:
- Full benefits package available medical, dental, and vision, plus flexible spending, short term disability, Life insurance and PTO
- 401(K) plan with company match available
WP Rawl is an Equal Opportunity Employer
