Summary Of Job: Responsible for repair, preparation and minor overhaul of forklift trucks Position Requirements: Repairing Forklift Trucks Repair of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic components Repairing hydraulic valves and rams Repairing final drive and gearbox components Repairing engines and components Servicing Forklift Trucks Responsible for servicing gas, diesel and electric powered forklift trucks Using a check sheet, checking that the brakes are fully functional, and that the lifting equipment and steering are in correct working order Changing the oil and filters as necessary Thorough Examinations pending qualifications Carry out Preventative Maintenance, such as lubricating steering and lifting equipment. Overhaul of Forklift Trucks Responsible for completing a partial strip-down of gas, diesel, or electric forklift trucks Responsible for preparing, steam cleaning or painting the chassis of forklift trucks Responsible for bolting / welding on ancillaries to the chassis’ Battery Maintenance Check voltages and gravities of forklift trucks, using meters and hydrometers. New and Used Equipment Preparation Responsible for the preparation of gas, diesel and electric forklift trucks by performing pre-delivery inspections (PDI’s), using a check-sheet from the manufacturer to check the specifications to meet the customer’s requirements, along with overseeing the despatch and receipt of trucks in and out of the Depot Engineer Paperwork Responsible for completion of weekly timesheet Completing job sheets on a daily basis to record progress on repairs, parts used or required, etc Liaising with the Service Controller as necessary and advising of any changes Any other reasonable duties related to this role
Workshop Engineer - Forklift employer: Acclaim Handling Limited
At Materials Handling UK, located in the vibrant area of Rainham/Purfleet, Essex, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values its employees' contributions and growth. Our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing ample opportunities for professional development within a fast-expanding business. With competitive salaries, a company pension contribution, and access to an employee discount portal, we ensure our team members feel valued and motivated to make a real impact.
