Forklift Mechanic

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Company cell phone

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx plan

401k with company match

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

Disability insurance (short & long‑erm

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. is seeking a Field Service Technician to support the Allentown, PA area and surrounding locations. You will diagnose, repair and maintain forklifts and other material-handling equipment on customer sites, while delivering courteous service and maintaining a safe work environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems and a proven drive to work independently as a road service professional.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing forklifts or heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience as a road mechanic is a plus.
• Welding or fabrication skills are desirable.
• Strong customer service skills and professional demeanor.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Demonstrated stable work history and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain forklifts and related equipment.
• Provide courteous, professional field service to customers.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment complying with OSHA standards.

Skills

Forklift repair

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Road mechanic experience

Welding/fabrication

Customer service

Clean driving record

Stable work history

Self-motivation

Job description

Eastern Lift Truck Co.

Forklift Mechanic/Field Service Technician

Currently, we are seeking a Field Service Technician to support our Allentown, PAlocation and surrounding areas. We offer tremendous opportunity for growth, competitive compensation and benefits for individuals who want a career with a great company that maintains a family feel!

Main Duties:

• Diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain equipment including Forklifts, Pallet Trucks, Boom Lifts, and Scissor Lifts
• Provide courteous and professional service
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with Company and OSHA Standards

Requirements:

• Prior experience repairing forklifts and/or heavy equipment
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Experience as a road mechanic a plus
• Welding / fabricating experience
• Exceptional customer service skill
• Clean driving record
• Stable work history
• Dependable, self-motivated professional

Benefits:

• Company vehicle with fuel card, company cell phone; medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan.
• 401k with partial company match
• paid vacation and sick days
• paid holidays
• short- & long-term disability
• basic/supplemental life insurance policies.

Who is Eastern Lift Truck Co.?

Eastern Lift Truck Co., is a family-owned company, celebrating over 50 years strong. We provide sales, parts, rentals and service in all areas of the Lift Truck, Material Handling and Allied product business.

At Eastern Lift Truck Co. we know that the employees are the 'heart and soul' of the company.

Find out more at: www.easternlifttruck.com

"Eastern Lift Truck Co." is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets