Automation Personnel Services
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Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Forklift Service Technician for a company based in Houston, TX. In this role, you will be performing maintenance, repairs and diagnostic analysis on forklift and other material handling equipment.
APSHouston
Forklift Service Technician
2025-04-02
2025-05-18
Employment Type:
Contract to Perm
Industry: Mechanic/Repairer
Job Number: 44719289
Pay Rate: $20-30 / hour
Job Description
Forklift Service Technician
Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Forklift Service Technician for a company based in Houston, TX. In this role, you will be performing maintenance, repairs and diagnostic analysis on forklift and other material handling equipment.
Pay Rate
$20.00 - $30.00 per hour. Depending on experience
$20.00 - $30.00 per hour. Depending on experience
Schedule and Hours
Monday through Friday, 8 00 am to 5 00 pm.
Monday through Friday, 8 00 am to 5 00 pm.
Forklift Service Technician Duties and Responsibilities
• Perform routine, emergency and preventative maintenance of forklifts
• 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
• Reassemble forklifts and make all necessary adjustments for effective and safe operation
• Cleaning of equipment and other areas as required
• Ensure work area and methods used in carrying out job duties meet safety requirements
Forklift Service Technician Qualifications and Requirements
• Valid forklift operator certification or license obtained through a recognized training program
• Proficiency in operating various types of forklifts, including counterbalance, reach, and pallet jack
• Ability to understand and follow safety protocols and operating instructions to prevent accidents and injuries
• Physical strength and stamina to lift and move heavy loads safely and efficiently
• Attention to detail and good hand-eye coordination to maneuver equipment in tight spaces and navigate busy warehouse environments
• Valid forklift operator certification or license obtained through a recognized training program
• Proficiency in operating various types of forklifts, including counterbalance, reach, and pallet jack
• Ability to understand and follow safety protocols and operating instructions to prevent accidents and injuries
• Physical strength and stamina to lift and move heavy loads safely and efficiently
• Attention to detail and good hand-eye coordination to maneuver equipment in tight spaces and navigate busy warehouse environments
• Able to lift 50+ lbs. (Lifting Assessment will be completed in the office)
• Background and Drug test required
• Background and Drug test required
• Valid Driver License, MVR will be checked
Job Type
Full-time, temporary
Full-time, temporary
Benefits
• Weekly Pay
• Weekly Pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability and life insurance
• 5 paid Vacation Days after 1 year of continuous service (paid as a service bonus)
• 6 paid Holidays after 1500 continuous hours of service within a calendar year
Interested in this job?
Click Apply Now, email your resume to apsHouston@apstemps.com, or call us at 713.637.8600 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at
Click Apply Now, email your resume to apsHouston@apstemps.com, or call us at 713.637.8600 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at
Automation Personnel Services Houston East Branch
14705 Woodforest Blvd.
Suite 106
Houston, TX 77015
14705 Woodforest Blvd.
Suite 106
Houston, TX 77015
Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is an award-winning staffing agency with more than 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Automation Personnel Services is the winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award from 2019-2024, and the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award from 2016-2024. Automation Personnel Services is also the recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association and was named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For 2022 by CIO Views Magazine.
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