Maintenance Technician – Forklift & Facility Maintenance

Surge Staffing

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Elwood, IL Until 9/30/2026 First posted August 1, 2026 Last posted August 1, 2026
Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician – Forklift & Facility Maintenance

Pay: $25.00 - $31.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Day shift)

Job Description

We're hiring a Maintenance Technician to support our facility and equipment maintenance needs. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on technician looking for a stable, full-time day-shift schedule with a path to permanent hire.

In this role, you'll handle general building maintenance and keep our sit-down forklifts and clamp attachments running safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do

  • Perform preventive and reactive maintenance on facility systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, doors, etc.)
  • Diagnose and repair sit-down forklifts and clamp equipment
  • Complete routine inspections and safety checks on material handling equipment
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
  • Keep accurate maintenance and repair records
  • Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime
  • Follow all safety protocols and procedures

What We're Looking For

  • Experience in building/facility maintenance
  • Hands-on experience with sit-down forklift and clamp maintenance/repair
  • Strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused

Schedule & Pay

  • Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
  • $25–$31/hour based on experience
  • Temp-to-hire with potential for permanent placement

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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About this role

Summary

Maintain facility systems, diagnose and repair forklifts, ensure safety and efficiency

Job title

Maintenance Technician – Forklift & Facility Maintenance

Experience level

null

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Elwood, IL; remote work not allowed

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

building maintenanceforklift maintenancetroubleshootingmechanical skillssafety

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

facility maintenanceforklift repairmechanical skillstroubleshootingelectrical
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Elwood, IL, USA

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