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Our client located in Guelph is seeking a skilled Forklift & Truck Mechanic responsible for inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of forklifts, service trucks, and support equipment used in industrial installation and rigging operations. The successful candidate will ensure fleet reliability, safety compliance, and minimal downtime across multiple job sites.

This position is permanent full time, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday schedule. This role includes both shop-based maintenance and field service support, as required. Due to this a clean, full drivers license is required.

Compensation Range: $35-40/hr based upon experience

Responsibilities

•Equipment maintenance and repair

•Perform preventative maintenance on forklifts, telehandlers, service trucks, trailers, and support equipment

•Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults

•Repair engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering systems, and driveline components

•Troubleshoot hydraulic lifting systems and mast assemblies

•Maintain diesel, propane, and gasoline-powered equipment





•Support inspections of hoisting and rigging-related support equipment, where applicable

Qualifications

•310T Truck & Coach Technician OR 421A Heavy Equipment Technician certification

•Experience repairing forklifts and medium-duty trucks

•Strong knowledge of diesel engines and hydraulic systems

•Welding and fabrication experience preferred

•DZ licence considered an asset

•Ability to diagnose electrical faults

•Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

•Robust troubleshooting skills

The following are “nice haves”, but not mandatory:

•Forklift manufacturer training (Toyota, Hyster, Yale, Cat, Skyjack, Genie, JLG, etc.)

•Experience supporting construction or industrial contractor fleets

•Experience with telehandlers and rough-terrain forklifts

Pay: $35.00-$40.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Do you have at least 3 years experience in working on forklifts and commercial trucks?

Licence/Certification:

- 421A Heavy Equipment Technician certification (preferred)
- 310T Truck & Coach Technician certification (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 310T Truck and Forklift Mechanic (field and shop) (Guelph)
🏢 Canadahires
📍 Guelph