Heavy Equipment Technician

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; Montville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company cell phone

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. in Montville, NJ is seeking a Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain forklifts, pallet trucks, boom lifts, and scissor lifts in the Montville and surrounding areas.

You will provide courteous, professional service and uphold OSHA standards while maintaining a safe work environment. We offer growth opportunities and a competitive benefits package as part of a family‑oriented company with 50+ years in the business.

Qualifications

• Prior experience repairing forklifts and/or heavy equipment
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Experience as a road mechanic a plus
• Welding / fabricating experience
• Exceptional customer service skill
• Clean driving record
• Stable work history
• Dependable, self-motivated professional

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain equipment including Forklifts, Pallet Trucks, Boom Lifts, and Scissor Lifts
• Provide courteous and professional service
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with Company and OSHA Standards

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Road mechanic experience

Customer service

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Eastern Lift Truck Co.

Field Service Technician

Currently, we are seeking a Field Service Technician to support our Montville, New Jerseylocation and surrounding areas. We offer tremendous opportunity for growth, competitive compensation and benefits for individuals who want a career with a great company that maintains a family feel!

Main Duties:

Diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain equipment including Forklifts, Pallet Trucks, Boom Lifts, and Scissor Lifts

Provide courteous and professional service

Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with Company and OSHA Standards

Requirements:

Prior experience repairing forklifts and/or heavy equipment

Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems

Experience as a road mechanic a plus

Welding / fabricating experience

Exceptional customer service skill

Clean driving record

Stable work history

Dependable, self-motivated professional

Benefits:

Company vehicle with fuel card, company cell phone; medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan. 401k with partial company match, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, short- & long-term disability, and basic/supplemental life insurance policies.

Compensation:

This position is paid hourly with a pay range of $24.00/hr - $48.00/hr. Compensation is based on experience

Who is Eastern Lift Truck Co.?

Eastern Lift Truck Co., is a family-owned company, celebrating over 50 years strong. We provide sales, parts, rentals and service in all areas of the Lift Truck, Material Handling and Allied product business. At Eastern Lift Truck Co. we know that the employees are the ‘heart and soul’ of the company.

“Eastern Lift Truck Co. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets”