Field Service Technician - Forklifts | Training & Vehicle

HTX Material Handling; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Company Service Vehicle

Uniforms

Industry-leading training & certs

Career Advancement Opportunities

Safety Boot Allowance

Company laptop

Job summary

HTX Material Handling is seeking a Field Service Technician to support customers across the Austin market. The role involves performing maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on forklifts and material handling equipment at customer sites.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with lift trucks or industrial equipment, strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently. A valid Texas driver’s license and fluency in English are required, with Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus technical training is required.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience servicing forklifts or industrial equipment.
• Ability to read electrical/hydraulic schematics and diagnose complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform PMs, troubleshooting, diagnostics and repairs on forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical/hydraulic schematics and diagnose system issues.
• Repair major components including electrical, hydraulic, LPG systems, engines and transmissions.
• Order and identify replacement parts and perform service documentation accurately.
• Maintain safe operation of company vehicle and provide professional customer service.

Skills

Forklift maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical skills

Driver's license

English fluency

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training program

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

HTX Material Handling is seeking a Field Service Technician to support customers across the Austin market. The role involves performing maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on forklifts and material handling equipment at customer sites.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with lift trucks or industrial equipment, strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently. A valid Texas driver’s license and fluency in English are required, with Spanish a plus.