Field Service Technician - Industrial Forklifts

Towlift, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Pension plan

PTO and sick time

Job summary

Towlift, Inc. is seeking an Experienced Forklift Field Service Technician in Columbus, OH. This role entails diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining forklifts, railcar movers, container handlers, and terminal tractors at customer sites with a strong emphasis on safety and communication.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and provide accurate repair estimates while managing a company vehicle and tools in a fast-paced field environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a service technician in material handling or heavy equipment.
• Experience with hydraulics, electrical systems and diagnostic tools.
• Able to read schematics and manuals; strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues in the field.
• Perform preventative maintenance; replacements and inspections.
• Provide repair estimates and communicate findings to customers.
• Maintain company-provided vehicle, tools, and equipment; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Service/Field experience

Diagnostics tools

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Customer communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training preferred

Job description

Towlift, Inc. is seeking an Experienced Forklift Field Service Technician in Columbus, OH. This role entails diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining forklifts, railcar movers, container handlers, and terminal tractors at customer sites with a strong emphasis on safety and communication.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and provide accurate repair estimates while managing a company vehicle and tools in a fast-paced field environment.