Location: San Diego, CA Position Type: Full-time

Baja Freight Forwarders is a company conveniently located at Otay Mesa, with extensive experience in international logistics and freight handling. We have a dedicated team and a dynamic work environment where efficiency, professionalism, and safety are top priorities. We are looking for individuals who share these values and are ready to contribute their technical skills to the growth of our operations.

Position:

Forklift technician

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Propane Mechanic to join our warehouse operations team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing propane-powered forklifts (Toyota preferred) and reach trucks. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring all material handling equipment is in optimal condition to support daily operations safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair propane-powered forklifts (Toyota) and Crown reach trucks
• • Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment hand tools
• • Troubleshoot malfunctions using diagnostic equipment
• Maintain accurate records of Inspect equipment for safety and performance issues, ensuring compliance with company and OSHA standards.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize operational downtime
• Immediately report major or recurring issues.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly
• Ability to carry heavy objects, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Collaborate with warehouse and operations teams to ensure equipment needs are met.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a mechanic working on propane forklifts and reach trucks (Toyota experience is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of propane fuel systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, and basic engine repair.
• Ability to work in an organized and independent manner.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Solid understanding of forklift parts and general operation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• • Work well unsupervised.
• • Maintain a clean working environment.
• • Self-motivated with good mechanical aptitude
• Detail-oriented and thorough in completing tasks • Professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and customers
• • Reliable, responsible, and dependable
• • Open to change.
• • Must be eligible to work in the US.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Birthday 8hrs Full Paid
• Stable work environment with long-term growth potential
• By-weekly punctuality and assistance Bonus
• Life Style Benefits for Travel, Concerts, Movie Tickets, Park Attractions, Gym Memberships, Child Care and More

Payment frequency:

• Paid biweekly

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift / Overtime

Contact Information:

Please submit your resume to: info@bajafreight.com

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