Forklift Technician

Forklift Technician Location: Various CMI locations based on operational requirements (North York and Vaughan) Pay Rate: $25.00- 30.00 The salary range shown above reflects the expected compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Job Summary CMI is looking for a skilled Forklift Technician to join our Maintenance Team. In this role, you will inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain various types of forklift trucks and other mobile equipment across CMI premises. Key Responsibilities: Repair and maintain various types of forklift trucks and mobile equipment Perform preventative maintenance and respond to equipment breakdowns Inspect and test equipment to ensure repairs have been completed correctly and the equipment is safe to operate Install, remove, and repair attachments and accessories, including clamps, side shifters, push-pulls, lights, and audible devices Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair batteries and more as required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required One to two years of experience as a Forklift Technician, Heavy Equipment Technician, Automotive Mechanic, or in a similar mechanical role 421A Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Certificate of Qualification is considered an asset. Completion of a forklift truck mechanic training course is considered an asset Experience repairing forklifts, loaders, skid steers, excavators, or other mobile equipment is considered an asset Ability to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and testing instruments Ability to read repair manuals for various types of forklift trucks Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time A few super cool things about us… We want to provide you with the best including: A competitive salary including excellent benefits and performance-based increases Job stability A great team to learn from, with opportunities for career development and growth A commitment to your health and safety and those CMI impacts An opportunity to give back to the environment and contribute to sustainability Compliance & Transparency In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, interviewed candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable). Use of Artificial Intelligence We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening and assessing applications for this role. All hiring decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team. At CMI we are committed to fostering an inclusive equitable workplace, free of bias and discrimination, where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where feasible. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Forklift Technician is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing various types of forklift trucks and mobile equipment across company premises. They will also perform preventative maintenance and ensure all equipment is safe for operation.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and one to two years of experience in a mechanical role such as a Forklift or Heavy Equipment Technician. Possession of a 421A Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Certificate is considered an asset.

• Excellent benefits • Performance-based increases • Job stability • Career development and growth opportunities

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• Forklift repair
• Preventative maintenance
• Equipment diagnostics
• Heavy equipment maintenance
• Hydraulic system repair
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Power tools
• Hand tools
• Reading repair manuals
• Battery maintenance
• Safety inspection
• Hand Tools
• Power Tool Operation
• Lifting Ability
• Artificial Intelligence
• Communication
• Heavy Equipment
• Forklift Truck
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Test Equipment

• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Transportation
• Forklift Operator
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
• Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week