Forklift Technician — Grow into Field Service (Shop-Based)

Agency 8; Texas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Overtime

Career growth

Job summary

Agency 8 is seeking a Forklift Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair forklifts and material handling equipment in a fully on-site shop setting in Baytown, TX. The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, safety, and career growth, with potential advancement into field service or other operations.

Ideal candidates have 1–3+ years of forklift or heavy equipment experience, with basic to intermediate knowledge of diesel, propane, or electric equipment, plus ability to read manuals and

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years working on forklifts or heavy equipment.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of diesel, propane, or electric equipment.
• Ability to read service manuals and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and perform routine maintenance on forklifts in shop.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Complete work orders and documentation timely.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized shop.
• Collaborate with parts and service teams to finish jobs.

Skills

Forklift experience

Diagnostics

Hydraulic systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Job description

Agency 8 is seeking a Forklift Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair forklifts and material handling equipment in a fully on-site shop setting in Baytown, TX. The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, safety, and career growth, with potential advancement into field service or other operations.

Ideal candidates have 1–3+ years of forklift or heavy equipment experience, with basic to intermediate knowledge of diesel, propane, or electric equipment, plus ability to read manuals and