Warehouse Maintenance Technician

Key Responsibilities

Material Handling Equipment

• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Coordinate with external service providers for major repairs when required.
• Maintain maintenance records and equipment service schedules.

Industrial Battery Maintenance

• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot forklift batteries and charging systems.
• Monitor battery watering, charging cycles, and overall battery health.
• Ensure battery room safety procedures are followed and maintained.
• Perform routine inspections of battery chargers and related electrical equipment.

Dock Equipment Maintenance

• Inspect, maintain, and repair warehouse dock doors, dock levelers, seals, shelters, and restraints.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and operational issues.
• Coordinate vendor repairs for specialized equipment when necessary.
• Conduct regular safety inspections to ensure compliance and operational reliability.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular equipment inspections and identify safety concerns.
• Participate in workplace safety programs and training.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and equipment standards.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Experience servicing forklifts and industrial batteries.
• Knowledge of dock doors, dock levelers, and warehouse equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a physically demanding environment.

Preferred

• Forklift Technician certification or related trade certification.
• Experience with electric forklifts and battery management systems.
• Knowledge of PM (Preventative Maintenance) programs.
• Basic welding and fabrication experience.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Preventative maintenance planning
• Equipment troubleshooting
• Attention to detail
• Safety-focused mindset
• Time management and prioritization
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Health, Safety & Wellness

At High Liner Foods, we believe strongly in the safety and wellness of our employees. Our organization has a number of policies, programs and practices that focus on safety, wellness, health and sustainability of the overall organization.

Recruitment Process

Our process is meaningful but efficient! We want to get to know you and show you what our world is like.

Applicants who demonstrate potential will be contacted directly for a preliminary phone interview. Successful applications from this stage will participate in a behavioral-based interview and/or a facility walk-through.

All hires are conditional upon the successful completion of references, background checks and applicable drug testing.

High Liner Foods (USA), Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity & inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or marital status, genetic information or other protected status, covered by federal, state or local law.

Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities. High Liner Foods (USA), Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact humanresources@highlinerfoods.com for assistance.