
We are seeking a skilled Forklift Mechanic / Industrial Equipment Technician to join our warehouse maintenance team. This role is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing forklifts and other material handling equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.
The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience working on electric and LP forklifts, and a commitment to safety and preventative maintenance.
This position plays a critical role in supporting our warehouse operations by minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring OSHA-compliant maintenance practices.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on forklifts and material handling equipment
Perform preventive maintenance on forklifts, pallet jacks, and warehouse equipment
Repair electric, propane, and diesel forklifts
Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, electrical systems, brakes, and steering components
Maintain service records and maintenance logs for all equipment
Conduct safety inspections and ensure OSHA compliance
Replace worn or defective components including motors, bearings, chains, and batteries
Support repairs on additional warehouse equipment such as:
Dock doors
Dock levelers
Conveyor systems
Pallet jacks
Maintain a clean and safe work environment in the maintenance area
Work closely with operations teams to quickly address equipment issues
Qualifications:
Required:
2+ years of experience repairing forklifts or industrial equipment
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
Experience troubleshooting electric and internal combustion forklifts
Ability to read service manuals and wiring diagrams
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Ability to lift up to 55 lbs and work in a warehouse environment
Preferred:
Certification in forklift repair or industrial maintenance
Experience with brands such as Toyota, Hyster, and Yale
Welding or fabrication experience
OSHA safety knowledge
Benefits Offered:
Stable work environment in a growing logistics operations in the Upstate
Salary: 75k-100k
Qualified candidate should apply today. Final candidates must be able to take pre-placement physical, drug screen, pass criminal background check and enroll in to direct deposit.

Contract Transport Services, established in 1985 and headquartered in Green Bay, WI, is a leader in providing dedicated and Midwest regional transportation services to many Midwest Fortune 500 companies. Our strong reputation for exceptional service has created double-digit growth for the past 10 years. At CTS we have strong values and we focus on respectful and professional interactions. We value the contributions of all CTS employees, and we value the time they put in to ensure they excel at their jobs so CTS can excel in the transportation industry. Our benefits extend beyond the paycheck to include family-oriented company events all year long. Come see the new way of trucking, the CTS Strong way.