Mobile Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Job Description:

Position Overview

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and overhauling a fleet of mobile equipment in accordance with internal and manufacturer standards. The role focuses on performing daily preventive maintenance tasks to ensure the reliability of forklifts, skid steers, and company vehicles, while minimizing downtime and preventing major breakdowns with responsibilities such as inspections, diagnostics, fluid changes, and diesel maintenance expected. The position also serves as a secondary resource for troubleshooting and diagnosing more complex equipment issues, providing recommendations for repair or escalation. Collaboration with third‑party service providers is required for advanced repairs when needed. Overall, this role supports the upkeep of approximately 40 pieces of mobile equipment across different production departments, balancing preventive maintenance efforts with hands‑on repair work to maintain operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Problem solve, diagnose and repair a variety of systems and engines - focus will be Mobile equipment consisting of Forklifts, Skid Steers and other mobile vehicles

• Perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance in an effective manner to increase mobile equipment availability and efficiency at minimum cost

• Follow appropriate procedures to ensure safety, compliance, and accuracy

• Direct and manage outside vendors and contractors

• Responsible for billing outside contractor work and service agreements

• Continually develop and advance in mechanical knowledge related to the position

• Order and control parts/supplies, records, and monitor inventory

• Maintain records to reflect all pending, scheduled and completed work

• Ability to operate various types of mobile equipment

• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel

• Prioritize work according to the needs of the business goals and objectives

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Has developed proficiency in a range of processes or procedures through job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience

• Completes a variety of atypical assignments

• Works within defined processes and procedures or methodologies and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments

• Works with a limited degree of supervision

• Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience

Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level 

• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. 

• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives 

• Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. 

• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. 

• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty. Integrity and authenticity 

• Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable for meeting commitments 

• Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations 

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, Associate’s Degree preferred

• 3-5 years’ relevant experience required

• Valid driver’s license

• Mobile equipment maintenance repair experience - experience working with Forklift and Skid Steer mobile vehicles required

• Hydraulic systems experience - familiarity working with DC circuits, low voltage repairs, etc.

• Troubleshooting and diagnosing experience required - good prioritization and time management abilities

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Must be able to stand/sit for an extended period of time

• Ability to frequently lift/push/pull up to 60 pounds

• Must be able to climb/stoop/kneel at heights up to 100 feet

• Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures

• Working conditions could include: dust, fumes, moderate noise, and uneven surfaces

• Travel required

Benefits

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off including Accrued Vacation, Floating Holidays, Sick Time, and more
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance coverage

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons’ Statement of Principles.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. The Andersons, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. The Andersons, Inc. is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Note: The Andersons, Inc. conducts drug, alcohol and/or medical testing of applicants and employees based on type of position. A copy of our testing policy is available by contacting the HR Department at [email protected].

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