Forklift Mechanic

Opportunity Brokers is hiring a full-time Forklift Mechanic in Edison, Middlesex County, to keep material-handling fleets running safely and reliably. If you take pride in precise diagnostics and hands-on repair, this on-site role offers a steady, skills-driven opportunity.

About the Role

As a Forklift Mechanic with Opportunity Brokers, you will be the technical expert responsible for the health of forklift equipment in Edison, New Jersey. Working on-site in Middlesex County, you'll handle everything from scheduled servicing to urgent breakdowns, ensuring every unit meets performance and safety standards before it returns to the floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance across the forklift fleet.
• Read and apply manufacturer technical manuals to guide accurate servicing and repairs.
• Diagnose faults in brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems and bring them back to full working order.
• Inspect equipment to catch wear, defects, safety concerns, and potential malfunctions before they escalate.
• Document completed work and confirm that repaired forklifts are safe and ready for operation.

Qualifications

• Practical, hands-on experience maintaining and repairing forklifts or comparable industrial equipment.
• Strong working knowledge of brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Comfort interpreting manufacturer technical documentation and translating it into effective repairs.
• Sharp troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with a keen eye for safety and quality.
• Availability for full-time, on-site work in Edison, Middlesex County (this role is not remote).

About Opportunity Brokers

Opportunity Brokers connects skilled tradespeople with employers across Middlesex County and the wider Edison, New Jersey area. We focus on matching dependable technical talent with roles where their expertise makes a daily, measurable difference.

How to Apply

Ready to put your mechanical expertise to work as a Forklift Mechanic in Edison? Submit your application through the official listing, and a member of the Opportunity Brokers team will be in touch with qualified candidates to discuss the next steps.