Forklift Technician - Shop

Vitan Equipment; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekends

Flexible schedule

PTO

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Fraza & Vitan Equipment in Michigan is seeking an experienced Forklift Technician to repair, service, and maintain forklifts and material handling equipment. You will diagnose issues, perform preventative maintenance, and travel to customer sites as needed.

This role offers hourly pay based on experience, a flexible schedule with no weekends, and benefits including PTO and health coverage. Valid driver’s license required, with a strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of forklift or heavy equipment repair experience (electric, propane, diesel).
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a safety focus.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and paint industrial equipment per quality standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance to keep equipment in top shape.
• Travel to customer sites daily for diverse work.
• Ensure equipment is safe and meets standards.
• Keep accurate records of work performed.

Skills

Forklift repair

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Job description

Fraza & Vitan Equipment is looking for an experienced Forklift Technician to repair heavy equipment. You'll service, diagnose, and maintain forklifts and material handling equipment.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Hourly pay based on experience
• No weekends & flexible schedule
• PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match

What You'll Do

• Prepare and paint of industrial equipment, including surface cleaning, masking, and finishing to company quality standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
• Perform preventative maintenance to keep equipment in top shape
• Travel to customer sites - variety of work every day
• Ensure equipment is safe and meets standards
• Keep accurate records of work performed

What You'll Need

• 2+ years' experience in forklift or heavy equipment repair (electric, propane, diesel)
• Strong troubleshooting skills and safety focus
• Valid driver's license

Get To Know Us

Fraza and Vitan Equipment is a full-service material handling business with over 300 skilled employees across Michigan and the East Coast. Our team uses innovative equipment and processes to push your business forward and increase efficiency. We're always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and grow their careers in a challenging but positive environment.