Forklift Mechanic III

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

Job Family:

SCA

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Electric Pallet Jack, Forklift Operations, Hydraulics, Pallet Jack Operations, PneumaticCertifications:

None - NoneExperience:

5 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Forklift Mechanic supporting GDIT. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Forklift Mechanic you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Forklift Mechanic joining our team to work in a supply chain warehouse operation that processes Sponsor's worldwide cargo shipments.

HOW A FORKLIFT MECHANIC WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Responsible for the proper repair and maintenance for a large fleet of forklifts and related equipment of various brands (predominately Raymond)
Repair electric forklift/chargers, electric utility vehicles/chargers, electric pallet jacks, diesel engine drive forklifts, gasoline engine driven tug, and electric man lifts
Candidate will possess capable mechanic skills to perform independently and without any immediate supervision
Schedules, prioritizes, inspects and repairs forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, etc., determines within prescribed value range, when a major component, assembly is to be repaired, rebuilt, replaced or discarded
Required to maintain forklift fleet and training vehicles, and prepares written estimates on cost and labor time for corrective repairs

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: High School Diploma/GED
Required Experience: 5+ years of related experience
Required Technical Skills: Extensive knowledge of the operating systems used in forklifts and associated hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly
Required Skills and Abilities: Ability to weld simple parts, ability to operate a forklift, power tools, wrenches, diagnostic equipment, and jacks
Location: Springfield, Virginia
US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $24.16 - $29.90. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Springfield

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.