Automotive Lift Technician

Lube-Tech; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms, PPE provided

On-the-job training

Company phone and tablet

Company vehicle

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Ascentek is seeking an Automotive Lift Technician to install, inspect, and service vehicle lifts across customer sites. You will respond to demand calls, perform preventative maintenance, and work with mid-sized businesses and government agencies to keep equipment fully operational.

Ideal candidates bring a High School Diploma or GED, an Associate degree in Fluid Management or related field, and at least 2 years of lift equipment experience.

Qualifications

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Mechanical skills relevant to lift equipment maintenance.
• Team player with collaborative abilities.
• Proficient in JDE or related ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Install and service vehicle lifts.
• Review customer needs and prepare quotes for repair and replacement of customer equipment.
• Drive to customer sites to troubleshoot equipment, complete inspections, perform required repairs, and answer customer questions.
• Provide excellent customer service to customers, build rapport, and maintain relationships with customers.
• Accurately log and report parts and inventory used to complete repairs.
• Interact with management and other personnel to analyze and correct any equipment performance issues.
• Follow specific preventative maintenance schedules.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on all machine components, replacing items as needed.
• Complete field service and inspection reports.
• Other duties as required

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal communication

Mechanical skills

Team player

ERP (JDE) knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Fluid Management or related

Job description

What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2025 USA Great Place to Work certified company:

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day.

A position that is: Hourly, Full time, Mon-Fri, 7:00am - 4:00pm

Benefits:

• Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA options
• Paid parental leave
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• 21 Paid Days Off
• 7 Paid Holidays

Perks:

• Stylish company provided uniforms, tools, and personal protective equipment
• Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
• Company provided phone and tablet
• Company provided vehicle
• Career advancement opportunities

The Automotive Lift Technician for Ascentek will install, inspect, and service vehicle lifts. This person will provide excellent customer service, responding to customer demand calls and perform preventative maintenance on vehicle lifts. The Lift Technician will work with mid-sized businesses and government agencies to ensure equipment is fully operational and properly maintained and will manage vehicle inventory and perform related administrative tasks which includes quoting repairs found at customer sites. Ascentek offers a variety of internal and supplier training programs to ensure company Technicians are up-to-date with the latest technology and knowledge needed for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Install and service vehicle lifts
• Review customer needs and prepare quotes for repair and replacement of customer equipment
• Drive to customer sites to troubleshoot equipment, complete inspections, perform required repairs, and answer customer questions
• Provide excellent customer service to customers, build rapport, and maintain relationships with customers
• Accurately log and report parts and inventory used to complete repairs
• Interact with management and other personnel to analyze and correct any equipment performance issues
• Follow specific preventative maintenance schedules
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on all machine components, replacing items as needed
• Complete field service and inspection reports
• Other duties as required

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's degree in Fluid Management or related

Experience and/or Training:

• Minimum 2 year's experience troubleshooting and maintaining lift equipment

License/ Certification:

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain a Health Card
• Current Lift Technician Certification (or willingness to acquire)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Mechanical skills
• Team player
• Proficient in JDE, or related ERP system

Physical, Mental, Environmental Demands:

• This position will take place in an office and warehouse environment, including various customer locations
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds independently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Ability to maneuver around a job site including small spaces in and around our equipment including continuous bending, kneeling, and stooping regularly
• Ability to perform work in elevated spaces
• While work is performed in an office and warehouse environment, primarily work is conducted at varying customer sites
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

At Ascentek, we are committed to providing accurate and up-to-date information about our career opportunities. For the most accurate job descriptions, salary details, and benefit information, we encourage you to visit our official careers page at https://www.ascentek.com/careers/.

Ascentek is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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