Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Technician
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About this role
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8.5-hour shifts, including a 30-minute unpaid meal break. The standard start time is 8:00 a.m.; however, start times may vary between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. based on operational requirements, preventive maintenance schedules, equipment availability, and emergency service needs.
- Participation in a rotating on-call schedule is required.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on electric powered industrial trucks (PITs).
- Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, steering, braking, and control system failures.
- Perform repairs including motors, hydraulic components, mast assemblies, lift chains, wheels, tires, electrical systems, sensors, operator controls, forks, and safety devices.
- Inspect, maintain, and repair lead-acid and lithium-ion battery systems, chargers, and associated components.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and restore equipment to service safely and efficiently.
- Receive and respond to emergency service calls during scheduled on-call rotations, using sound judgment to triage equipment failures and determine response priorities.
- Accurately document inspections, repairs, labor, and parts usage within the CMMS. Training will be provided as required.
- Communicate equipment status and work order progress through the CMMS.
- Follow all company safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and battery handling practices.
- Assist with maintenance of additional warehouse equipment as the maintenance program expands.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)
Experience maintaining electric powered industrial trucks (forklifts) or comparable industrial equipment.
Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
Ability to interpret service manuals and technical documentation.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and effectively manage workload.
Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Training will be provided as required.
Valid Class 5 Quebec Driver's Licence.
Preferred Experience
Experience maintaining Raymond powered industrial trucks, including reach trucks, order pickers, pallet trucks, walkie riders, end riders, and other electric forklifts.
Experience working in refrigerated or cold-storage warehouse environments.
Experience servicing lead-acid and lithium-ion battery systems, charging equipment, battery management systems, and associated components.
Familiarity with OEM diagnostic software and manufacturer service documentation.
Experience using a CMMS.
Certification or training in industrial mechanics, electromechanics, heavy equipment repair, or a related trade.
Welding or fabrication experience is considered an asset.
Why Lineage?
This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.
Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Benefits
Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, RRSP matching and paid time off.
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