Forklift Mechanic

Be part of THE best transportation company in the Chicagoland area, CDN Logistics.

Be part of an organization that values associates who contribute to the overall success of the organization encourages personal growth, development, and team environment.

You are not just an “employee”, you are part of a family.

The forklift mechanic position is to repair company equipment in a safe, timely, cost effective and practical manner.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Perform intermediate level troubleshooting and preventive maintenance tasks to include, but not limited to, tire replacements/flat repairs, brake adjustments/services/replacements, electrical diagnostics, basic structural repairs on trailer chassis, sub-frames, etc.
• Diagnose any mechanical, electrical or other breakdown or failure to a motor truck or related equipment.
• Read precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, voltmeters, digital multimeters, calibrators and other electronic diagnostic tools.
• Troubleshoot and perform failure analysis of the component parts and systems on the truck or truck tractor; or the component parts and systems of the trailer or converter dolly. (This requirement may not apply to body and frame specialists).
• When applicable use welding skills and knowledge of metals to complete truck repairs.
• Individuals who work on converter dollies must be able to weld horizontally and vertically without air pockets in the bead.
• Apply knowledge of DOT, EPA, FMCSA and OSHA
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• 12-18 months of maintenance/mechanic experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Have own tools and equipment
• 2-year vocational education certificate or equivalent knowledge is preferred
• 12-18 months of related experience preferred
• Basic math and mechanical skills required
• Physically demanding position with brief to prolonged variations in weather temperature, noise and noxious fume exposures

BENEFITS:

We offer a full benefit package including, but not limited to:

• Health insurance with prescription drug card
• 401(k) with company match and vested DAY ONE
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• STD and LTD insurance
• Life Insurance
• PTO including your birthday
• Paid Holidays
• and much much more!!!!

We are proud to be an 100% veteran owned Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

WORK LOCATION:           135 NORTH RAILROAD, NORTHLAKE, ILLINOIS 60194

                                          (ONE LOCATION)

SCHEDULE:                      MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY (ROTATING WEEKENDS)

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