Forklift Technician

Briggs Industrial Solutions, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

ESOP 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Health and wellness benefits

Tool benefits

Safety boot program

Life and short term disability paid by

Company vehicle

Job summary

Briggs Industrial Solutions, Inc. is hiring a Forklift Technician to diagnose, repair, and rebuild material handling equipment at customer locations and in our shop.

You will troubleshoot engines, motors, hydraulics, electrical and lifting systems and keep equipment safe and reliable. You’ll have 3+ years of forklift repair or related industry experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 3+ years forklift repair or related industry experience preferred.
• Mechanical or trade school training preferred; strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience using precision instruments (micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild equipment at customer sites or in the shop.
• Troubleshoot engines, motors, hydraulics, brakes, steering, electrical and lifting systems.
• Maintain safe, reliable equipment and accurate service records.
• Manage parts, supplies, and company vehicle; provide professional service at customer sites.

Skills

Forklift repair

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school training

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Bore gauges

Job description

Remote Type: You belong at a company that treats you like an Owner! Sammons Industrial is an employee-owned family of businesses dedicated to becoming the preferred single-source solution for industrial operations. Our company is made up of Briggs Industrial Solutions, Sammons Warehouse Solutions, and SitePro Rentals. Join a team that takes care of you.

Here are some ways we do that:

• Competitive Pay and Performance-Based Bonuses
• Earn retirement savings without any cost to you through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 401(k)
• Training and Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Tool Benefits, PPE/Uniforms, Safety Boot Program
• Life and Short Term Disability paid for by company

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Forklift Technician, you’ll be a trusted problem-solver for our customers and an experienced hand on our service team. You’ll diagnose, repair, and maintain material handling equipment at customer locations and in our shop, helping ensure every machine performs safely and reliably.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild equipment.
• Troubleshoot Hyster and Yale engines, electric motors, transmissions, drive axles, hydraulics, brakes, steering, electrical and lifting systems, and other major components.
• Keep equipment running safely and reliably.
• Perform maintenance, inspections, failure analysis, basic welding, and component repairs according to manufacturer specifications and Briggs safety standards.
• Take ownership of the entire service experience.
• Maintain accurate service records, manage needed parts and supply, care for your company vehicle, and provide dependable, professional service at customer sites.
• Help strengthen the team.
• Complete required technical training and certifications, maintain a Safety-First mindset, and support Service leadership in bringing talented people onto the Briggs team.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and 3+ years of forklift repair or related industry experience; mechanical or trade school training is preferred.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude, technical knowledge, troubleshooting ability, and experience using precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, and bore gauges.
• Ability to handle the physical demands of the job, including frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 75 pounds.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

You’ll put your skills to work with a team that believes in safety, integrity, reliability, and taking care of people. You’ll keep building your expertise through technical training, certifications, and challenging hands-on work. You’ll be part of a hardworking team where your experience matters and the work you do makes a difference for your customers every day.

Job Details

Pay Type: Hourly

Sammons Industrial is an employee-owned family of businesses dedicated to being the preferred single-source solution provider for industrial operations through innovation, service, community engagement, and integrity. We are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service with a commitment to putting safety first and through a One Team philosophy. Our family of businesses includes the brands: SitePro Rentals, Sync Storage, Precision Warehouse Design, Briggs Equipment, Briggs Earth & Ag, and Briggs Truck & Rail