Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Shop Service Technician

ZipRecruiter; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Shop Service Technician to maintain and repair forklifts and related equipment in a shop environment. This role offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of mechanical repair experience and strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay and potential for career advancement

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Training and long-term career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of mechanical repair experience or relevant education.
• Forklift maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical inspections and repairs on forklifts and related equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations, following safety protocols.
• Collaborate with the service team to resolve issues.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical training in automotive, equipment, or hydraulics

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

We're seeking a Shop Service Technician to join the team! In this role, you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing forklifts and related equipment in one of our W.D. Matthews Machinery Co. shop locations. This is a shop-based position where you'll work alongside a team of technicians under the guidance of the Shop Service Manager to complete service orders efficiently and safely.

Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on forklifts, aerial lifts, manlifts, and other material handling equipment (gas, diesel, propane, and electric)
• Maintain clean and organized workstations and ensure all safety protocols are followed, including lockout/tagout procedures
• Keep detailed records of service and maintenance activities according to company procedures
• Support parts ordering and tracking for repair jobs
• Collaborate with the service team to resolve repair issues and deliver high-quality results
• Clean, prep, and wash equipment as needed
• Occasionally assist with equipment fabrication or modifications

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of mechanical repair experience or a combination of education and relevant hands-on work
• Forklift maintenance experience is highly
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a working knowledge of engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
• General computer experience to operate diagnostic software
• High school diploma or GED required; vocational/technical training in automotive, equipment, or hydraulics is a plus
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screening
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs., and perform duties that require standing, bending, crawling, and climbing in a workshop environment

We Offer:

• Competitive pay and potential for career advancement
• Supportive leadership!
• Comprehensive benefits package
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement
• Stable, full-time employment with a well-established company
• Indoor shop setting with tools and equipment provided
• Training and long-term career development opportunities

Apply today!

Company DescriptionW.D. Matthews Machinery Co. was founded in 1939 as a woodworking equipment business and in 1955, began supplying forklifts and other industrial equipment to New England Area Customers. W.D. Matthews has grown into the region's most trusted provider of material handling and construction equipment. Our commitment to quality products, services, and unbeatable customer care is why our family owned and operated company has become the unsurpassed dealer of material handling equipment in the Maine (ME), New Hampshire (NH), Massachusetts (MA), Vermont (VT) and Connecticut (CT) areas.Company DescriptionW.D. Matthews Machinery Co. was founded in 1939 as a woodworking equipment business and in 1955, began supplying forklifts and other industrial equipment to New England Area Customers. W.D. Matthews has grown into the region's most trusted provider of material handling and construction equipment. Our commitment to quality products, services, and unbeatable customer care is why our family owned and operated company has become the unsurpassed dealer of material handling equipment in the Maine (ME), New Hampshire (NH), Massachusetts (MA), Vermont (VT) and Connecticut (CT) areas.