life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, short term disability, long term disability, employee discount
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JOB FUNCTION:
A Forklift Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing industrial trucks and other Fareway equipment while upholding a safe, efficient, and productive level of work. This position will report to the Cart Shop Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct thorough inspections of industrial trucks and assigned equipment
- Use diagnostic tools to identify mechanical and electrical problems, then repair or replace malfunctioning parts
- Ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks
- Ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently
- Stay up to date on new tools, equipment, and techniques
- Assist the Cart Shop Manager in maintaining inventory
- Effectively and accurately use the CMMS system for record keeping and scheduling.
- Bring any questions or concerns to the Cart Shop Manager
- Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with safety regulations
- Other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- A strong understanding of general maintenance techniques is essential
- An understanding of industrial truck operation, components, and repair techniques is required
- Proficiency in using various tools and equipment for repairs, including power tools, hand tools, and specialized machinery
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and interpreting test results to identify and troubleshoot problems
- Basic computer skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to multi-task
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Completion of a mechanic / maintenance program preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Cart Shop Technicians work on, under, or in industrial trucks for 8+ hours a day
- Computer keyboard work sitting as required
- Occasional walking, bending, crawling, and climbing
- Often perform lifting, twisting, pushing, and pulling activities
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, industrial trucks, oils, gases, and fumes
- Occasional exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures
- Heated shop and office
- Occasional moderate to loud cart shop noise
BENEFITS:
- Saturdays off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Scheduling
- Employee Discount
- Weekly Pay
- On-the-job, paid training
- Comprehensive Medical/Rx
- Health Savings Account
- Flex Spending Account - Medical
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance/AD&D
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- 401(l) Retirement Planning (With company match)
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
- Student Loan Paydown Program
For more information, please call Bret Grimes at (515) 433-5558 or Blake Linsenmeyer at (515) 433-6524
*EOE
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Fareway Stores
Jul 21, 2025