Entry Level Mechanic

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. is seeking a Technician Apprentice for their Vineland, NJ location. This entry-level role provides hands-on training for maintaining and repairing material handling equipment, pairing candidates with mentors through a formal training program. Employees enjoy competitive benefits including medical, dental, and 401k plans, fostering a family-like work culture.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan

401k with partial company match

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

Short- & long-term disability

Basic/supplemental life insurance

Qualifications

• Some mechanical experience required.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow directions.
• Clean driving record is a MUST.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform routine maintenance on material handling equipment.
• Diagnose and repair equipment such as forklifts and pallet trucks.
• Complete required training certifications.

Skills

Mechanical Experience

Positive Attitude

Ability to Learn Quickly

Professional Demeanor

Job description

Eastern Lift Truck Co.

Currently, we are seeking a Technician Apprentice to support our Vineland, NJ location. We offer tremendous opportunity for growth, competitive compensation and benefits for individuals who want a career with a great c ompany that maintains a family feel!

This is an entry level position where you can learn the mechanics of material handling equipment maintenance, diagnostics , and repairs. You will have a mentor to guide you through our 6–9-month formal training program, where you will learn how to maintain safety standards and interact with customers. From classroom modules to hands on training in the shop, we will prepare you for a career as a Field Service Technician!

Main Duties:

Learn how to perform routine maintenance, diagnose and repair material handling equipment ( i.e. forklifts, aerial lifts, pallet trucks, etc.)

Complete required training certifications

Assist mechanics

Strictly adhere to all health and safety protocols

Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with Company and OSHA Standards

Requirements:

Some mechanical experience required

Positive attitude and professional demeanor

Ability to learn quickly and follow directions

Clean driving record A MUST

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan. 401k with partial company match, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, short- & long-term disability, and basic/supplemental life insurance policies. Who is Eastern Lift Truck Co.?

Eastern Lift Truck Co., is a family-owned company, celebrating over 50 years strong. We provide sales, parts, rentals and service in all areas of the Lift Truck, Material Handling and Allied product business. At Eastern Lift Truck Co. we know that the employees are the ‘heart and soul’ of the company.

“Eastern Lift Truck Co. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets”