Highlights
By mid-morning you’ve tracked down a tricky fuel issue on a propane unit, swapped a worn brake assembly, and verified a hydraulic leak repair. After lunch, you log service records, perform a safety-focused inspection on a diesel forklift, and advise leadership on upcoming parts needs to minimize downtime.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Sayreville, NJ |
| Industry | Construction - Residential & Commercial/Office |
| Salary | $25–$32 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1959 |
| Website | https://srsdistribution.com/ |
Description
Internal Combustion Forklift Service Technician
Company: OEG Building Materials (steel manufacturing)
Employment: Full-time
Reports To: Department Manager
A day in the life
When production ramps up at our steel facility, you’re the expert who keeps the fleet moving. Your day starts by reviewing maintenance logs, prioritizing urgent breakdowns, and prepping tools for on-site diagnostics. By mid-morning you’ve tracked down a tricky fuel issue on a propane unit, swapped a worn brake assembly, and verified a hydraulic leak repair. After lunch, you log service records, perform a safety-focused inspection on a diesel forklift, and advise leadership on upcoming parts needs to minimize downtime. You wrap the day ensuring every unit you’ve touched is compliant, reliable, and ready for another shift.
What you’ll handle
- End-to-end diagnostics and repair on propane and diesel forklifts
- Troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fuel systems
- Routine inspections to confirm safety, performance, and readiness for service
- Component work including engines, transmissions, brakes, and steering systems
- Accurate service documentation and maintenance recordkeeping
- Adherence to OSHA and OEG safety protocols every step of the way
- Rapid response to breakdowns to keep manufacturing lines productive
- Clear communication of findings and repair recommendations to management
What you bring
- Proven experience as a forklift or heavy equipment mechanic
- Hands-on expertise with propane and diesel forklifts (required)
- Solid understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
- Ability to interpret service manuals and read schematics
- Valid driver’s license; forklift certification is a plus
- Comfort lifting up to 50 lbs and working in warehouse/outdoor conditions
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
Bonus points
- Trade school or technical certification in mechanical repair
- Experience across multiple forklift brands
- Welding or light fabrication experience
Where and when you’ll work
- Warehouse/industrial setting within a fast-paced steel manufacturing environment
- Full-time schedule; hours may vary based on operational needs
Compensation and benefits
- Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour (non-exempt)
- Health Insurance (details provided upon hire): Medical, Vision, Dental
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Company Holidays + Jewish Paid Holidays
- 5 Sick Days (accrued annually)
- 5 Vacation Days (after 3 years of service)
Classification
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
If you’re energized by solving complex equipment issues and keeping critical material-handling assets online, we’d like to meet you.
About Company
We are a family owned business that has been serving the residential, light commercial building supply needs of Western North Carolina and Asheville, NC for over 50 years. Originally known as All Aluminum Company when it was formed in 1959, AAC Building Materials has grown to include a broad selection of exterior, maintenance-free, remodeling and new construction building products that is second to none in Western North Carolina. Whether you are looking for windows, siding, gutter, doors, roofing or trim, we offer an amazing selection of building products.