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Dohrn Transfer Company

LTL and truckload shipping provider

Forklift Mechanic - Up to $41.06/HR, 4 Day Work Wk

Full-TimeDeadline 8/12/27
$41.06/hr+ Incentives
Entry
Oak Creek, WI, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
  • Applicants must have completed high school or an equivalent qualification.
  • Applicants must have a valid driver's license.
  • Applicants must command the English language sufficiently to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
  • Applicants must pass a non-Department of Transportation physical examination and functional screen; CDL-qualified mechanics are subject to a Department of Transportation physical examination.
  • Applicants must consent to a pre-employment drug screen and receive a negative result.
  • Applicants must have knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and techniques used to repair and maintain varied automotive and mechanical equipment.
  • Applicants must have previous experience maintaining detailed and routine records.
  • Applicants must have manual dexterity.
  • Applicants must know occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
  • Applicants must possess interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for communicating with internal and external customers.
  • Applicants must be able to work both as part of a team and independently.
  • Applicants must maintain excellent attendance.
  • Applicants must be able to work overtime during peak periods and work a varied schedule or travel based on operational need.
  • Applicants must be able to perform heavy work, including frequently lifting, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally handling more than 100 pounds.
  • Applicants must be able to work indoors and outdoors, including in extreme weather conditions.
  • Applicants must be able to stand, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach for sustained periods.
  • Applicants must be able to work in noisy environments where shouting may be required to communicate.
  • Applicants must be able to work near moving mechanical parts and vehicles and be exposed to chemicals.
  • Applicants must be able to work in environments containing fumes, odors, dusts, mists, or gases.
  • Applicants must have close visual acuity for operating machines and motor vehicles.
  • Applicants must have visual acuity for inspecting small defects and parts, operating machines, using measurement devices, and assembling or fabricating parts at close range.
Responsibilities
  • Perform preventative maintenance inspections and services.
  • Support the tire maintenance program.
  • Perform service calls.
  • Wash and fuel equipment.
  • Perform other maintenance duties or assignments.
  • Provide assistance to senior technicians.
  • Lead the care and upkeep of the maintenance shop, grounds, equipment, and tools.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment that complies with Department of Transportation, Environmental Protection Agency, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and company standards.
  • Complete required documentation and maintain records.
  • Work with the Parts Department to maintain proper quantities of materials, parts, and service or shop supplies.
  • Perform other duties as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with forklift maintenance is preferred.

About the company

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Dohrn Transfer Company

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Dohrn is a Midwest asset-based carrier specializing in Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) and truckload shipping. It runs a network of terminals and offers services like dedicated fleet management, warehousing, cross-docking, pool distribution, and rail intermodal via a direct BNSF connection. The company differentiates itself through a recent network transformation that included acquiring US Special Delivery in 2024 and Sutton Transport in 2025, reducing terminals from 42 to 24 and expanding direct line-haul capacity and door capacity, which led to high on-time performance and few exceptions. Its goal is to provide dependable, end-to-end freight services in the Midwest with scalable capacity and strong service visibility using API/EDI integrations, electronic bills of lading, and real-time tracking.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

East Moline, Illinois

Founded

1921

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What believers are saying

  • Dohrn added South Bend capacity in June 2026 and expanded dock-door availability.
  • Kansas City–Indianapolis next-day service launched in 2026, tightening its Midwest lane density.
  • Photo capture, DohrnDash, and API/EDI tools improve shipper visibility and retention.

What critics are saying

  • Leavy v. Dohrn Transfer Company LLC filed March 2026 keeps employment counsel active.
  • Integration across Missouri and Chicago stays operationally fragile until late 2026 cutoff dates.
  • A failed Sutton and USSD integration would erase service gains and damage the rebrand.

What makes Dohrn Transfer Company unique

  • August 2026 rebrand to Dohrn signals a completed Midwest network transformation.
  • Dohrn posted 97% on-time and 99% exception-free service in Q3 2026.
  • PITT OHIO ownership funds terminal consolidation, technology upgrades, and faster regional line-haul.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match