Field Mechanic

Taylor Northeast; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Field Technician - Mechanic to join their team in Central New Jersey. This role involves servicing a variety of forklifts and heavy equipment, requiring strong hydraulic and diesel experience. The ideal candidate will work independently, diagnosing and repairing technical issues while maintaining service records. This company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that values expertise and safety. If you are passionate about mechanics and looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Health insurance (majority paid by company)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible schedule

Referral program

Weekly pay schedule

Travel expenses

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and think critically in field situations.
• Experience with servicing heavy lift equipment and conducting preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and service heavy lift equipment at customer locations.
• Maintain service records and conduct regular preventative maintenance tasks.
• Test equipment post-repair to ensure compliance with specifications.

Skills

Hydraulic experience

Diesel experience

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical and technical experience

Clean driving record

Job description

Taylor Northeast is the mid-Atlantic and New England’s premier dealer of forklifts, container handlers, railcar movers, industrial floor cleaning machines, and much more. Headquartered near Reading, Pennsylvania with multiple branch facilities from Baltimore to New Hampshire, we sell, rent, service, and rebuild a range of custom and heavy-duty material handling equipment that is unlike any other company in the industry. And we are fortunate to have an equipment lineup that is backed by the best service technicians and parts support teams in the Northeast.

We are seeking a Field Technician - Mechanic for Central New Jersey area to service various types of forklifts. The ability to work, think and operate independently is a must.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose and service heavy lift equipment (diesel, electric or LP fueled) to diagnose technical problems
• Determine required repairs
• Maintain equipment service records
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance tasks on-site at customers' locations
• Test mechanical equipment after repair or assembly to guarantee proper performance and compliance with the manufacturers' specifications
• Hydraulic experience necessary
• Diesel experience necessary
• Strong electrical aptitude necessary
• Must have clean, safe driving record
• Prior mechanical and technical experience on large mobile equipment preferred
• Applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, physical exam and background check

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance (majority paid by company)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program
• Weekly pay schedule
• Travel expenses

ABOUT US
Taylor Northeast is proud to be a flagship member of the H&K Equipment Group, a fast-growing network of five operating companies that employs hundreds of experts at businesses located throughout the US. Our companies’ primary specialties include full-service, cradle-to-grave coverage of heavy-duty and customized material handling equipment. From the nation’s busiest ports, to its largest mills, to its biggest infrastructure projects, you’ll find our equipment wherever you find materials on the move. Learn more about the power of our teams at taylornortheast.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer.