Forklift Technician/Mechanic
daytonfreight· Mechanic/Technician
About this role
Overview
Salary: $29.25 - $33.50/hour
- Stable and growing organization
- Competitive weekly pay
- Overtime after 40 hours
- Quick advancement
- Quality Hours
- Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
- Modern, organized facility
- Clean, late model equipment
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc.
- Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections and services
- Support the tire maintenance program
- Perform service calls
- Wash and fuel equipment
- Perform other maintenance duties or assignments
- Provide assistance to senior technicians
- Lead the care and upkeep of the Maintenance Shop, grounds and all equipment and tools
- Maintain a clean, safe environment that complies with DOT, EPA, OSHA and Company standards
- Be proficient in paperwork and record keeping
- In conjunction with the Parts Department, assure that all necessary materials, parts, service/shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels
- Effectively handle special assignments as directed
- Able to maintain a quality hand tool inventory
- Skills to communicate professionally with operations and/or operators
- Able to participate at a high level of teamwork
- Value our company culture
Qualifications
- Basic math skills
- Fluent in English
- Able to pass a drug screen
Benefits
- Stable and growing organization
- Competitive weekly pay
- Quick advancement
- Quality Hours
- Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
- Modern, organized facility
- Clean, late model equipment
- Safety oriented atmosphere
- Open door policy
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc.
- Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
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Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to perform routine physical tasks associated with equipment maintenance and repair in a Service Center and Shop environment. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, lifting, and using hand and power tools, with work performed independently or in team settings as appropriate. * 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Forklift Technician/Mechanic position at daytonfreight?
The salary for this Forklift Technician/Mechanic role at daytonfreight is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Forklift Technician/Mechanic position at daytonfreight located?
This Forklift Technician/Mechanic role at daytonfreight is based in Altoona, IA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Forklift Technician/Mechanic role at daytonfreight full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Forklift Technician/Mechanic role in the Mechanic/Technician department at daytonfreight.
Which team or department does the Forklift Technician/Mechanic at daytonfreight belong to?
This Forklift Technician/Mechanic position is part of the Mechanic/Technician department at daytonfreight. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Forklift Technician/Mechanic position at daytonfreight?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to daytonfreight's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Forklift Technician/Mechanic job at daytonfreight posted?
This Forklift Technician/Mechanic position at daytonfreight was posted on May 28, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Forklift Technician/Mechanic
daytonfreight
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