Field Service Technician — Forklift & Equipment Specialist

TRI-LIFT, INC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Hands-on training

Company uniforms

Company vehicle

Tablet & laptop

401(k) matching

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Tri-Lift Industries, Inc. is hiring a Field Service Technician to diagnose and repair forklift and related equipment at customer sites across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. You will travel with company-issued tools to service equipment and keep detailed service records.

The role requires mechanical, electrical and hydraulic experience with forklifts, plus the ability to read manuals and schematics. A safety-conscious, customer-focused attitude and a valid license are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3+ years of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic experience in forklift/equipment repair.
• Knowledge of electrical and industrial battery charger repair is a plus.
• Ability to read service manuals and schematics.
• Ability to safely operate power tools, lifts, hoists, hydraulic jacks and overhead cranes.
• Effective communication with customers, co-workers and management.

Responsibilities

• Promote goodwill and accountability between the company and the customer with superior service.
• Diagnose equipment problems and recommend correct service actions.
• Make repairs or modifications to equipment and perform maintenance as scheduled.
• Document service calls and paperwork clearly and accurately.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools and inventory in good condition.
• Keep work area clean and hazard-free and cooperate with management.

Skills

Electrical repair

Battery charger repair

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical experience

Customer communication

Reading schematics

Tool operation

Overhead cranes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Lifts

Hoists

Hydraulic jacks

Overhead cranes

Job description

Tri-Lift Industries, Inc. is hiring a Field Service Technician to diagnose and repair forklift and related equipment at customer sites across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. You will travel with company-issued tools to service equipment and keep detailed service records.

The role requires mechanical, electrical and hydraulic experience with forklifts, plus the ability to read manuals and schematics. A safety-conscious, customer-focused attitude and a valid license are essential.