Forklift Service Technician

Material Handling Inc.; Chattanooga, Northern (TN, KY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Voluntary Dental Insurance

401k with employer match

Short & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

A leading forklift service provider is seeking an experienced Road Technician in Chattanooga, TN. In this role, you will service and repair forklifts while ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates should have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and possess mechanical aptitude. The position offers a competitive hourly wage starting at $20 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Six to twelve months of mechanical experience is desirable but not mandatory.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull loads of up to 50 lbs.
• Must provide your own hand tools.
• Ability to pass a physical examination, drug screening, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance services on forklifts.
• Perform safety inspections on forklifts.
• Carry out minor adjustments and equipment repairs.
• Effectively communicate with the customer regarding any issues.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Material Handling Inc. is a leading forklift service provider in the Southeast and we are looking to add to our Chattanooga, TN team. We are looking for an experienced Road Technician to service and repair our customer's forklifts and our company's rental equipment. If you have a great attitude, strong leadership skills and a desire to deliver world class customer service then we want to talk to you. We offer a great team culture, competitive pay, strong benefits package including health/dental/life insurance and 401(k) with employer match, opportunities for training, growth and advancement.

Job Responsibilities

Include the following but other duties may be assigned:

• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) services on gas, LPG, diesel, and electric forklifts.
• Perform safety inspections on gas, LPG, diesel, and electric forklifts.
• Carry out minor adjustments and equipment repairs.
• Adhere to the assigned PM completion schedule on a monthly basis.
• Effectively communicate with the customer regarding any issues identified during PM.
• Accurately complete all work orders electronically using a tablet.
• Exhibit a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and care.
• Adhere to all safety procedures when performing tasks.

Requirements

• A high school diploma, G.E.D., or completion of technical school is preferred.
• Six to twelve months of mechanical experience is desirable but not mandatory.
• A mechanical aptitude is essential.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull loads of up to 50 lbs.
• Must provide your own hand tools.
• Proficiency in communication and paperwork.
• Ability to pass a physical examination, drug screening, and background check.

Material Handling Inc.’s Commitment to You:

• Health Insurance – three different plans to choose from.
• Voluntary Dental Insurance.
• Voluntary Vision Insurance.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Additional Life Insurance if desired.
• Short & Long-Term Disability.
• 401k – with employer match.

This role offers a competitive hourly compensation, commensurate with experience, with a base rate of $20 per hour or higher.

If you're enthusiastic, eager to learn, and have a desire to contribute to a team that values safety and customer service, we encourage you to apply for this position.