Forklift Field Service Technician

Alta Equipment Company; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Forklift Field Service Technician in Lansing, MI! This exciting role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge material handling equipment while providing exceptional service to customers. With a focus on professional growth, you'll have access to paid training programs and a supportive work environment. Enjoy competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and a $2,000 signing bonus! If you have a passion for mechanics and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Van

Company Fuel Card

Company Paid Cell Phone

Tool Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

100% Employer Paid Medical Insurance

401(k) with Match

Qualifications

• Two years of forklift repair experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electric and liquid propane units.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on customer forklifts.
• Diagnose and repair all forms of customer equipment.
• Provide exceptional customer service and manage workloads independently.

Skills

Forklift Repair Experience

Mechanical Aptitude

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical Certification

Tools

HYPASS Software

Hyster TKC Software

Yale/Hyster Systems

Own Tools

Job description

Forklift Field Service Technician

Come work for the largest equipment dealer in North America! Are you a Technician/Mechanic with auto, diesel, agricultural, material handling, lift truck or heavy equipment repair experience? If so, then we want you on our team!

Technicians are at the backbone of our organization; therefore, we provide them with the tools and resources to be successful:

• Company van (parked at home each day)
• Company fuel card
• Company paid cell phone
• Tool insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Outstanding benefits package offering Dental, Vision, and 100% employer paid Medical insurance, plus much more!
• 401(k) with match
• Competitive wages
• Company uniforms provided
• $2,000 signing bonus

Responsibilities:

Our Material Handling Group is currently looking for a full-time Forklift Field Service Technician for our Lansing, MI branch. This position is first shift, M - F, and hourly (no flat rate!). Field Technicians are provided a company service van, which they can drive home, along with a fuel card. The primary responsibilities include:

• Performing preventative maintenance on customer forklifts and other material handling equipment
• Diagnosing and repairing all forms of customer equipment
• Completing repair jobs efficiently and professionally
• Providing exceptional customer service
• Managing workloads independently
• Proper completion and submission of all paperwork
• Managing company vehicle and on-board parts inventory
• Incorporating Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities
• Performing other duties as assigned

We encourage participation in our paid training programs to acquire additional skills and advance your career. Company uniforms are also provided!

Qualifications:

• Two years of forklift repair experience preferred, including military, Guard, or Reserve experience with MOS or NEC codes such as 63B, 63H, 63S, 63W, 63Y, 91B, 91H, 91L, 91M, or CM
• Previous field experience is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of electric and liquid propane units
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Own tools required
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Experience with HYPASS, Hyster TKC software, and Yale/Hyster systems
• Intermediate reading, writing, and speaking skills in English
• Basic math skills and intermediate reasoning ability

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Regularly standing, walking, using hands; occasionally sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling
• No special vision requirements
• Lift up to 10 pounds regularly; up to 100+ pounds occasionally
• Work near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes, outdoor weather, and other environmental conditions

About Alta:

Alta Equipment Group values its culture of investing in the best, excellence, customer relationships, mutual respect, and teamwork. We are committed to diversity and providing a supportive environment for growth. Recognized as a Top Workplace USA, we strive to make a difference and invite you to join us.

Apply now and start your journey with Alta!