Industrial Maintenance Technician

WMH Solutions; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

$250 quarterly tool allowance

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Job summary

WMH Solutions is looking for an Industrial Maintenance Technician at the Honda Manufacturing facility in Talladega, Alabama. This full-time role offers a pay range between $25.00 and $30.00 per hour, along with a $1.00 shift differential for the second shift schedule. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing forklifts and material handling equipment, ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The position provides a supportive benefits package, including a company van and various allowances, ensuring long-term career opportunities and growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a mechanic or technician.
• Ability to follow service procedures carefully.
• Experience in forklift or material handling repair is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Help minimize downtime and support production continuity.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulic diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Forklifts

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Department: Service

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: BR05- BIRMINGHAM, AL

Reporting To: Devin Sage

Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 / hour

Description

Talladega, AL | Honda Manufacturing Facility

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday | 4:00 PM-12:30 AM

$25-$30/hr + $1.00 Shift Differential

Company Van + Fuel Card

$250 Quarterly Tool Allowance

Boot Allowance | Cell Phone Allowance | Uniforms Provided

Every shift. Every repair. Every piece of equipment matters.

WMH Solutions is hiring an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to support material handling equipment at the Honda Manufacturing facility in Talladega, Alabama.

This is a dedicated‑site technician role supporting heavy equipment and material handling units inside a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. If you have experience as a forklift technician, industrial maintenance technician, heavy equipment mechanic, diesel technician, automotive technician, plant maintenance technician, or equipment mechanic, this could be a strong next step in your career.

You’ll be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing forklifts and material handling equipment that help keep production, warehouse operations, and plant movement running smoothly.

This is not a basic repair role.

This is a hands‑on, high‑impact technician position where your work directly supports one of the most recognized manufacturing operations in the region.

Experienced technicians want more than a job title.

They want stable work, strong equipment, clear expectations, solid benefits, and a company that invests in their trade.

This role offers:

• Dedicated Honda Manufacturing location
• 2nd shift schedule
• $25-$30/hr starting range
• $1.00 shift differential
• Company van to drive to the plant and back home
• Fuel card
• $250 quarterly tool allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Boot allowance
• Uniforms provided and laundered
• Paid training and technical development
• Stable, growing company
• Long‑term career opportunities

You’ll have the opportunity to put your mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills to work in a serious industrial environment where uptime matters.

You will maintain, diagnose, and repair material handling and industrial equipment used within the Honda facility.

Equipment may include:

• Forklifts
• Electric forklifts
• Internal combustion forklifts
• Pallet jacks
• Material handling equipment
• Heavy equipment units within the facility
• Industrial batteries and charging systems
• Hydraulic systems
• Electrical systems
• Mechanical drive systems
• Related warehouse and production support equipment

Your ability to troubleshoot quickly, repair accurately, and communicate professionally will help minimize downtime and keep operations moving.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventative maintenance on forklifts and material handling equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and operational concerns
• Repair or replace worn, damaged, or failed components
• Perform safety inspections and operational checks
• Help ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and ready for use

• Support material handling equipment operating within the Honda plant
• Respond to equipment needs in a timely and professional manner
• Help minimize downtime and support production continuity
• Work in a manufacturing environment with dust, noise, humidity, heat, cold, and changing conditions
• Maintain awareness of customer expectations, safety standards, and production demands

• Accurately document work performed, labor time, parts used, and repair details
• Communicate equipment status and repair needs clearly
• Coordinate with WMH leadership, customer contacts, and internal support teams as needed
• Follow company procedures for service documentation, safety, and reporting

• Follow all WMH and customer safety requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work approach
• Use proper PPE and follow all plant safety protocols
• Represent WMH professionally while working at the customer site

This position is based at the Honda Manufacturing facility in Talladega, Alabama.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday
• 2nd Shift
• 4:00 PM-12:30 AM
• $1.00 shift differential

Weekend work may be required based on Honda production needs. Weekend schedules are generally known in advance on a quarterly basis, allowing time to plan accordingly.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a technician who enjoys solving problems, working independently, and keeping industrial equipment running.

• 3+ years of experience as a mechanic or technician
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with electrical and hydraulic diagnostics
• Ability to use diagnostic tools and repair equipment
• Ability to read and follow service procedures
• Strong attention to detail and safety
• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work 2nd shift
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments with noise, dust, heat, cold, humidity, and changing conditions

Experience in one or more of the following is highly preferred:

• Forklift repair
• Material handling equipment
• Industrial maintenance
• Heavy equipment
• Diesel repair
• Automotive repair
• Plant maintenance
• Equipment maintenance
• Construction equipment
• Agricultural equipment
• Fleet maintenance
• Hydraulic systems
• Electrical troubleshooting

Forklift or material handling experience is preferred, but strong technicians from automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, industrial maintenance, or plant maintenance backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

This role may be a strong fit if you have worked as a:

• Forklift Technician
• Forklift Mechanic
• Field Service Technician
• Resident Technician
• Industrial Maintenance Technician
• Maintenance Mechanic
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Diesel Technician
• Automotive Technician
• Plant Maintenance Technician
• Equipment Mechanic
• Construction Equipment Technician
• Agricultural Equipment Technician
• Fleet Technician
• Hydraulic Technician
• Industrial Equipment Technician
• Material Handling Technician

Benefits & Technician Perks

WMH offers a strong benefits package designed to support both your career and your life outside of work.

Benefits and Perks include:

• Competitive pay
• $25-$30/hr starting range
• $1.00 shift differential
• Company van
• Fuel card
• $250 quarterly tool allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Boot allowance
• Uniforms provided and laundered
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Profit sharing
• Technical training
• Professional development
• Long‑term career growth
• Stable, growing organization

You’ll do well here if you:

• Take pride in solving equipment problems
• Stay calm under pressure
• Communicate clearly
• Follow through
• Work safely
• Enjoy hands‑on mechanical work
• Can manage priorities in a fast‑paced industrial environment
• Want to keep learning and improving your skills
• Understand that uptime matters to the customer

WMH Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.