Field Forklift Mechanic/Service Technician

Crown Equipment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the forklift service sector is seeking mechanically minded individuals for a full-time Field Service Technician role in England. The successful candidates will be involved in servicing and repairing material handling equipment, with opportunities for career progression and ongoing training. This position offers competitive hourly rates, overtime opportunities, and a supportive work environment within a family-owned business.

Benefits

Uniforms, jackets, hats, and PPE supplied

Fully equipped service vans

Additional earnings through incentive programs

Safety Recognition Program

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Ability to perform scheduled maintenance, safety checks, and repairs.
• Strong attention to details and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repairing material handling equipment.
• Conducting routine maintenance and safety function checks.
• Maintaining accurate service records of work performed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Experience as a forklift mechanic or service technician

Job description

• Overtime additional earnings
• Full Time Field Based Role
• Looking for Mechanically Minded Individuals

Your role will play a significant part in the company’s growth and overall success by delivering quality service to our customers whilst performing scheduled maintenance and safety & function checks.

What you will do:

• Servicing and repair of material handling equipment in a dedicated territory and customer base – Help Crown build positive customer experiences
• Use of latest field-based mobile technology to manage your daily work schedule
• Inventory input on your Company allocated service van & customer sites - Deliver a professional level of service
• Gain experience in dealing with Australia’s top-tier customer base
• Join the leading forklift service business in Australia – Yes, that’s right, we are the largest forklift service provider in Australia.
• Complete an initial 8-week onboarding and industry-leading training program
• Perform routine maintenance & complete service work – Reactive & Planned
• Maintain accurate service records of work performed

Are you seeking a career change from another industry and eager to learn new skills with potential to earn competitive hourly rates, incentives, and overtime? Then this is the role for you.

Why Crown Equipment?

• Join one of the biggest and still family-owned forklift brands in the world and earn some of the industry’s best rates for service technicians
• Interested in transitioning from sectors like electrical or building? Apply now! Our training will help you transfer your skills into the material handling industry!
• Industry-leading induction period for thorough preparation
• Uniforms, jackets, hats, beanies, and PPE are supplied
• Fully equipped service vans or weekly tool allowances
• Full-time role with regularly available overtime
• Additional earnings through industry-leading incentive programs
• Safety Recognition Program for safe work practices
• Opportunities to further your career into management, internal roles, or engineering
• Ongoing training from industry professionals

Typical Crown Technician Tasks and Duties:

• Conduct scheduled and breakdown services with a customer-focused approach
• Assist in preparing field-based quotes for customers
• Record notes and file service records properly – be part of the service team and deliver high customer service levels
• Access industry-leading training, development, and progression opportunities, including training less experienced technicians
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge, including emerging technologies like automation and telematics
• Stay informed about industry trends, new products, and services
• Partner with the Company to maximize sales and service across a dedicated customer base

• Prior experience as a forklift mechanic or service technician is highly regarded but not essential
• Ability to perform scheduled maintenance, safety checks, and repairs
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and customer service skills

How to apply:

Submit your Resume with details of your work experience and qualifications via the ‘Apply Now’ button.

What sets us apart?

Crown’s history began in 1945 when two brothers founded the Company in Ohio, USA. Today, the fourth generation leads Crown globally. As a family-owned business, many employees celebrate long service milestones, and we support our staff to grow professionally and personally, offering benefits like discounts, health and wellbeing support, private health insurance rates, an inclusive environment, and confidential counselling services.