Forklift Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Forklift Mechanic

Job Description

The Forklift Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, adjusting, repairing, and overhauling Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including forklifts, pallet jacks, and aerial boom and scissor lifts.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain the operating condition of Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including forklifts, pallet jacks, aerial boom, and scissor lifts ranging from 2,000 to 70,000 lb. capacity.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and reassemble equipment to OEM specifications and Navy standards, using various lifting equipment, hand, and pneumatic tools.
• Conduct basic rigging procedures as needed.
• Examine equipment and parts for damage and wear using calibrated measuring tools.
• Repair and replace electric, diesel, propane, or gasoline MHE components such as air systems, cooling systems, starting and charging systems.
• Repair vehicle chassis, electrical systems, drive trains, brake systems, and hydraulic systems.
• Repair and rebuild broken parts and structural members using welding and other fabrication techniques.
• Operate and inspect machines and equipment to diagnose component defects and perform repairs.
• Identify and research replacement parts for order.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including incidental work in other classifications when necessary.

Essential Skills

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where your skills in MHE repair and maintenance are valued. Enjoy a supportive work environment that encourages growth and skill development.

Work Environment

This position is based on a Naval Base, providing a unique and robust work setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bremerton, Washington.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.74 - $38.74 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bremerton,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2025.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.