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Saia, Inc Forklift Mechanic in Ellenwood, Georgia
Ready To Go Further?
Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.
Position Summary
Supports the maintenance, repairs, and inspections of forklifts and other material handling equipment.
Major Tasks and Responsibilities
Troubleshoots, repairs, and rebuilds propane and diesel forklift engines.
Diagnoses failures and maintains all systems and parts associated with forklifts.
Uses hydraulic jacks to gain access to the underside of the units for maintenance and repairs.
Conducts regular inspections of forklifts to identify any issues.
Performs routine maintenance on forklifts such as oil changes, lubrication, filter replacement, and battery maintenance.
Monitor and manage parts inventory levels and supplies needed for maintenance and repairs.
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
5+ years of forklift experience.
Possesses an ASE master mechanic certification.
Pay Rate: $28.75 - $33.25 per hour, based on experience
Benefits
At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.
Make Your Move
At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.
Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.