AVG Automation Technician at Velocity Maintenance Services, LLC – Los Angeles, California

The Company

Velocity Maintenance Services is a rapidly growing provider of resident technicians for lift trucks and other mobile material handling assets. Velocity has a strategic relationship with the nation’s largest provider of brand-independent material handling equipment fleet management services. This collaboration creates a unique opportunity for talented forklift technicians across the United States. Velocity designs customized maintenance programs for mission critical lift truck assets in high utilization manufacturing and warehousing operations. We deliver significant value as a key supply chain partner for our customers.

At Velocity, we believe that Our People are what make us great and help us deliver exceptional customer service! We offer industry leading benefits to include:

• Competitive pay: Plus incentive opportunities and overtime potential!
• Full benefits package that starts day one: Includes medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• 8 paid holidays
• PTO: Full-time employees enjoy a generous paid time off policy, accruing more time throughout their tenure with Velocity.
• Training and mentoring: Learn from our experts in the industry.

The benefits listed are subject to change at any time. Please speak with an HR Representative for details. In the case of conflict between the information listed and the official plan documents, the plan documents will always govern.

Job Summary

The Automation AGV Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance on industrial equipment, including but not limited to AGVs, LGVs, electric forklifts, scissor lifts, tuggers, floor scrubbers, and golf carts.

Key Job Responsibilities

· Point of contact for customers

· Facilitate pm schedule

· Facilitate work/Repair request

· Willing to be On Call

· Communicate PTO coverage plans with customer

· Coordinate and drive warranty requests

· Facilitate outside vendor work (PO process and billing)

· Facilitate all outside of scope work

· Parts Ordering and Inventory Management (5S Inventory Skills)

· Troubleshoot equipment failures, including root cause analysis. Including research of potential warranty, rework and continuously repetitive repairs using historical equipment data available through Field Connect service platform.

· Complete all repairs of equipment in a timely manner and by the manufacturer’s repair guidelines.

· Judgment and Decision Making - Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate course of action.

· Inspecting Equipment - Perform audits on equipment audits per the PM Planning tools schedule in Field Connect service platform.

· Communications - Provide information to supervisor, co-workers, and subordinates by phone, in writing, e-mail, or in person.

· Timely and accurate completion of all work orders and service records per the Velocity time standard.

· Maintain accurate and timely entry of work hours in Paylocity time keeping platform.

· Safety

o All work must be completed in a safe manner.

o Safety requirements by customer and Velocity must be adhered to.

o Work areas will be maintained to ensure safety.

o Work areas will be kept clean and organized daily.

· Timely Completion of Safety training modules.

· Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

*This job description is subject to change at any time.

Job Requirements

· High School or GED Diploma required.

· Must have a minimum of 5 years of Electric forklift experience

· Strong Electrical troubleshooting skills, 480v,240v,24v, 48v.

· Able to read electrical schematics & wiring diagrams

· Ability to organize his/her own work and work independently, with limited supervision.

· Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with diverse needs, and across remote offices.

· Strong Mechanical troubleshooting skills.

• Manufacturer Training available on specific equipment for technician hired. Looking for someone with a strong skillset who is willing to learn, self-motivated, goal oriented, punctual and professional, strong communication skills, solution-based mindset who is looking to grow.
• Must have hand tools / toolbox and willing to purchase what is needed to be successful in the role. Any specialty tools will be provided by the company
• Strong technology skills, strong office skills, self-motivated, organization skills, great communication skills, relationship building skills, team building skills, and works well under pressure in all situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, for up to 8 hours; use hands to lift, maneuver, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to wear approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and must maintain a high level of self-awareness about their surroundings. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work is performed primarily in the customer facility location. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to heavy, occasionally requiring hearing protection.

The Velocity Company considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.