Forklift / Lift Truck Mechanic – In-Shop Position

Experienced, Retired & Semi-Retired Mechanics Welcome

Company: Superlift Material Handling Inc.

Location: Kitchener-Waterloo Area, Ontario

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (1–3 Days Per Week)

Work Location: On-site – Shop-Based Position

Superlift Material Handling Inc. is a growing manufacturer and supplier of specialized industrial lift trucks, engineered lifting equipment, and custom material handling solutions serving customers throughout North America and internationally.

We are looking for an experienced, mechanically inclined Forklift / Lift Truck Mechanic or Industrial Equipment Technician to join our team.

We welcome experienced, retired or semi-retired mechanics who would enjoy working as little as one day per week or up to three days per week. Full-time opportunities are also available.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on mechanical work, troubleshooting, and solving technical problems without the demands of a traditional field service position.

This is an in-shop position. No regular field service calls or travel to customer locations are required.

Our equipment includes electric pallet trucks, walkie stackers, powered platform trucks, hydraulic lifting systems, stainless steel lift trucks, and custom-engineered industrial equipment.

Unlike a traditional forklift service position, this role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of specialized and custom-built equipment.

Flexible Schedule – Retired Mechanics Welcome

We recognize that many experienced mechanics have retired or reduced their working hours but still enjoy working with equipment and solving mechanical problems.

At Superlift, we value that experience.

- Versatile part-time schedules of 1, 2, or 5 days per week.
- Retired and semi-retired mechanics are encouraged to apply.
- Full-time positions are also available.
- Indoor, shop-based work without regular customer service calls.
- Opportunity to remain active in the trade and work with interesting equipment.




- Your practical knowledge and troubleshooting abilities are more important to us than formal qualifications alone.

Whether you are looking for a full-time career or simply want to continue working a day or two each week, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Key Responsibilities

- Inspect, service, troubleshoot, and repair industrial lift trucks and lifting equipment.
- Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
- Work with electric pallet trucks, walkie stackers, powered industrial trucks, and specialized lifting equipment.
- Troubleshoot electric drive motors, electronic controllers, batteries, chargers, and associated electrical components.
- Work with Curtis motor controllers and related electrical systems.
- Repair and maintain hydraulic cylinders, pumps, valves, hoses, and power units.
- Perform equipment testing, adjustments, and quality inspections before shipment.
- Assist with testing and commissioning new equipment.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and hydraulic diagrams.
- Identify replacement parts and work with our engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and secure workshop.

Qualifications
- Previous experience as a forklift mechanic, lift truck technician, industrial equipment mechanic, heavy equipment mechanic, or similar position.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair abilities.
- Good working knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Experience with battery-powered industrial equipment, including DC motors and electronic controllers.
- Experience with Curtis motor controllers is a definite asset.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
- Ability to work independently and solve mechanical problems.
- Good communication skills and attention to detail.




- Forklift technician, heavy equipment technician, or industrial mechanic certification is an asset but not mandatory.

We place a high value on practical experience, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to diagnose and repair equipment.

What We Offer

- Full-time or flexible part time employment.
- Part time schedules of 1–3 days per week.
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
- Profit sharing.
- Employee benefits.
- Stable, indoor, shop-based work.
- No regular field service calls or road travel.
- Opportunity to work on unique, custom-engineered industrial equipment.
- A variety of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical work.
- A growing company with opportunities to develop additional technical skills.
- A workplace that values experienced tradespeople and practical problem-solving.

Benefits and profit-sharing eligibility may depend on employment status and company plan terms.

About Superlift

Superlift Material Handling Inc. specializes in engineered industrial lift trucks, high-capacity electric pallet trucks, stainless steel lift trucks and sanitary lifting equipment, scissor lift tables, powered transporters, and custom lifting solutions.

Our equipment is used in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, food processing, aerospace, automotive, and other industrial applications throughout the world.

We manufacture and supply equipment designed to solve unusual and demanding industrial lifting and transportation requirements.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume through Indeed, outlining your experience with lift trucks, hydraulics, electrical systems, or industrial equipment.

Retired or semi-retired? We would particularly welcome hearing from experienced mechanics who would enjoy working 1–3 days per week.

If you have the mechanical experience and enjoy working with specialized equipment, we encourage you to apply, whether you are looking for full-time employment or just a few days each week.

Pay: $35.00-$65.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 – 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

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