We are seeking skilled Forklift Mechanics to join our team, responsible for maintaining a fleet of 350 Material Handling Equipment (MHE) units on site. The role involves performing scheduled preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance, addressing issues such as battery connectors, prevent codes, switch issues, and wheel bearing problems. The primary duty is to maintain and repair MHE, troubleshoot vehicle equipment failures, and disassemble, fix, and reassemble parts as needed.
ResponsibilitiesPerform scheduled preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on MHE units.Troubleshoot and repair issues related to battery connectors, switch issues, and wheel bearings.Maintain and repair various types of forklifts including Toyota Sit-Down Forklifts, TYGARD Claw Propane Forklifts, and Toyota/CAT Propane Forklifts.Work with equipment such as manual and powered pallet jacks, Crown Mid-Center Units, Geo-Sleds, and Industrial Scrubbers.Document issues and repairs using a tablet and update clients and operators when equipment is taken off the floor for maintenance.
Essential Skills3+ years of experience as a MHE mechanic.Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing MHE equipment.Experience with the maintenance and diagnostics of Toyota, Crown, and Flux MHE systems.Strong communication skills to effectively update clients and operators.Familiarity with propane, electric, and battery-operated MHE platforms.
Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with safety protocols for indoor and outdoor shop environments.Knowledge of battery handling procedures.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage. Benefit from company-provided retirement plans, paid time off, and a work boot allowance. We offer ongoing training and career growth opportunities, along with company-provided tools such as an iPad, iPhone, uniforms, and PPE.
Work Environment
The work environment is a non-climate controlled plant. Positions are available across different shifts: 1st shift (5AM-3PM), mid shift (11AM-7PM), 2nd mid shift (1PM-9PM), and 3rd shift (11PM-7AM).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, Florida.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $34.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.
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\n About Aerotek:\n\n
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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\n \nThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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