Lexicon offers a unique combination of capabilities. Our services include construction management, fabrication, erection, mechanical installation, and plant maintenance for heavy industrial, commercial, and roadway projects, as well as a full spectrum of golf course construction and management services.

Position Summary

The Forklift/Diesel Mechanic is responsible for performing routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance on forklifts and other diesel equipment.   This position is deemed ‘safety sensitive’ due to the fact that a person improperly performing the essential or marginal functions of the job would constitute a threat to the health or safety of the employee, the employee’s co-workers, and/or the public at large.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance on forklifts and other diesel equipment.
  • Interpret the manufacture’s technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance and repairs.
  • Troubleshoot forklift problems to include brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
  • Able to diagnose, evaluate, and repair mast and attachment components.
  • Working knowledge of brake systems and tire/wheel changes.
  • Ability to work on propane, gas, and diesel systems.
  • Replace broken or defective parts and order replacement parts for major repairs.
  • Re-assemble forklifts and make all necessary adjustments
  • Perform safety inspection of forklifts prior to being released back to work floor
  • Responsible for adhering to all company safety and QA/QC programs and OSHA regulations.
  • The ability to work overtime, weekends, changing shifts as needed. Punctual attendance is required.
  • Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment with outdoor exposure
  • Able to work independently and follow directions. High level of attention to detail.
  • Perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum of two years of mechanical background working on forklifts and diesel engines is required. Certificate of welding ability is preferred.  Must have all required hand tool. Able to work in time sensitive and sometimes stressful situations.  Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment with outdoor exposure.  Able to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and machine breakdowns. Able to work independently and follow directions.

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift, push and pull in excess of 100 pounds frequently, and able to climb to heights in excess of 300 feet. Must be able to lift your own weight while climbing ladders, steel bracing, stairs, etc. Must be able to crawl in small or tight places.  Job requires bending, stooping, and carrying.  Exposed to temperature fluctuations, dust, and noise. Must be able to be around high voltage electromagnetic fields. All of the physical demands listed are essential functions.

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included.  It is not intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. I have reviewed, understand and can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations. All of the physical demands listed are essential functions.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • HSA with Employer contributions
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Short Term/Long Term Disability  
  • Critical Illness Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Email: danna@lexgrpinc.com

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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