Forklift Mechanic

Company & Culture:

At GT's Living Foods, we're more than just a company – we're a community passionate about creating a healthier, happier world. Over the last 30 years we've built a culture of inclusivity and authenticity, where our shared values create an environment that inspires you to do your best while achieving meaningful results. Our mission to transform health and happiness through potent, living foods has established us as the #1 Kombucha brand and a leader in the Health & Wellness space.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience servicing electric forklifts (sit down and stand-up reach) and/or pallet jacks
• High School diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Job Description:

At GT's Living Foods, our Forklift Mechanics utilize their knowledge of electronics, hydraulics and metal fabrication to ensure that all our warehouse equipment (i.e., electric forklifts, pallet jacks, scissor lifts, pallet runners and floor scrubbers) meets the expectations of operators and management through regular service, repairs and preventative maintenance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Inspect forklifts and pallet jacks in charging stations for issues regarding batteries, tires, safety lights, oil leaks, and broken electrical components
• Verify performance of warehouse equipment by conducting tests and adjusting controls/system
• Respond to requests for maintenance and work orders in a timely manner
• Troubleshoot and perform necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on forklifts, pallet jacks, scissor lifts, pallet runners and floor scrubbers throughout our facilities
• Replace damaged electrical components, transformers, wiring, tires, bushings, bearings, shafts and hydraulic cylinders
• Perform machine shop duties such as cutting, welding, machining and other metal fabrication techniques
• Accurately document all work order repairs and preventative maintenance performed
• Operate/drive warehouse equipment as needed
• Adhere to all company SOPs, GMPs and OSHA safety requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced/dynamic environment
• Ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve and escalate issues to the appropriate party
• Demonstrate teamwork as well as the ability to work independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of safety, GMP, and PPE requirements

Physical Duties and Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Constant standing, walking and frequent ascending/descending of stairs throughout the facility to transport parts and perform inspections/repairs
• Constant operation of various hand and power tools, including but not limited to, air tools, grinders, drill presses and welders
• Occasional bending and crouching to perform equipment inspections and to change equipment tires
• Constant work near moving mechanical parts (warehouse and packaging equipment)
• Constant exposure to electrical equipment (batteries, charging stations and pallet runners)
• Frequent bending, stooping and lifting to carry tools, materials and replacement parts (up to 50 lbs.)
• Frequent pushing/pulling of wheeled carts to transport tools, materials and replacement parts (up to 100lbs.)
• Frequent twisting and reaching to perform inspections and service warehouse equipment
• Frequent climbing of ladders to change safety lights and retrieve forklift forks
• Frequent exposure to hazardous materials when servicing electrical equipment (PPE provided)
• Employees are frequently required to work in a hot and/or humid environment (80-90°F) when performing maintenance outdoors or in the fermentation area
• Employees are occasionally required to work in a cool environment (30-35°F) when servicing pallet runners in the cold storage area
• The noise level in this work environment is occasionally above 84 dB and requires earplugs to be worn

Additional Skills:

• Must possess own set of basic hand tools and a reliable form of transportation
• MIG and TIG welding experience (preferred)
• Sit-down and stand-up reach forklift certification (preferred)
• Bilingual-English/Spanish (preferred)

GT's Employee Experience (Benefits/Perks):

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401K with Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on the amazing GT's product line (available for pickup at headquarters only)
• Corporate Discounts with our partners through LifeMart (concert & sporting event tickets, cell phone service, gifts, restaurants, hotels, childcare, and more!)

Job Details:

• Work Hours: Full Time (Vernon, CA) - Available to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends & holidays
• Work Attire: Use good judgment, keeping in mind the nature of their work, their safety and the safety of others.
• Pay Range: $32.90/hr. - $37.90/hr.

GT's Living Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.