Heavy Equipment Technician

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, dental, vision

401k with company match

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. is seeking a Field Service Technician to support our Piscataway, New Jersey location and surrounding areas. The role offers strong growth opportunities and a competitive benefits package within a family‑like company culture.

Responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, inspecting, and maintaining forklifts and other lift equipment, delivering courteous service, and upholding OSHA standards in the work environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience repairing forklifts and/or heavy equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus.

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 OSHA standards.

Skills

Forklift repair

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Welding/fabrication

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 Piscataway, New Jersey location 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 $25.00/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”