Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Shop Service Technician

W.D. Matthews Machinery; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in Framingham is looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Shop Service Technician. In this full-time role, you will maintain and repair various types of forklifts and material handling equipment, working closely within a skilled team to deliver quality results. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement

Stable, full-time employment

Indoor shop setting with tools provided

Training and long-term career development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of mechanical repair experience.
• Forklift maintenance experience is highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on forklifts and other equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations and adhere to safety protocols.
• Collaborate with the service team to resolve repair issues.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical training in automotive, equipment, or hydraulics

Job description

Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Shop Service Technician

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Job Description

We're seeking a

Job 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 preferred
• 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 Description

W.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.

W.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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing

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