Lead Material Handling Technician - Heavy Line

Briggs Industrial Solutions, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP 401(k)

Training and Tuition Reimbursement

Work/Life Balance

Paid Holidays and Time Off

Health and Wellness Benefits

Tool Benefits/PPE/Uniforms

Safety Boot Program

Life and Short Term Disability

Job summary

Sammons Industrial is seeking an experienced equipment technician to diagnose, repair, and rebuild material handling equipment, including engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and major components. You’ll work hybrid, keeping customers’ operations running safely and efficiently.

With 10+ years of hands-on repair experience and a safety-first mindset, you’ll mentor teammates, maintain service records, and uphold high-quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of equipment repair experience and certification on at least 75% of the designated product line.
• High school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and experience using precision measuring tools.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Technical certifications and welding experience are a plus.
• A safety-first mindset, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and your own tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild material handling equipment, including engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and major components.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safety inspections.
• Maintain accurate service records, equipment, and safe work practices.
• Share your expertise, mentor fellow technicians, and support team success.

Skills

10+ years of experience

Diagnostic skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Remote Type: Hybrid You belong at a company that treats you like an Owner! Sammons Industrial is an employee-owned family of businesses dedicated to becoming the preferred single-source solution for industrial operations. Our company is made up of Briggs Industrial Solutions, Sammons Warehouse Solutions, and SitePro Rentals. Join a team that takes care of you.

Here are some ways we do that:

Competitive Pay and Performance-Based Bonuses

• Earn retirement savings without any cost to you through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 401(k)
• Training and Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Tool Benefits, PPE/Uniforms, Safety Boot Program
• Life and Short Term Disability paid for by company

How You'll Make a Difference

You'll use your technical expertise to keep equipment running safely and efficiently while supporting teammates and delivering the dependable service our customers count on.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild material handling equipment, including engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and major components.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safety inspections.
• Maintain accurate service records, equipment, and safe work practices.
• Share your expertise, mentor fellow technicians, and support team success.

What You'll Bring

• 10+ years of equipment repair experience, strong diagnostic skills, and certification on at least 75% of the designated product line.
• High school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and experience using precision measuring tools.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Technical certifications and welding experience are a plus.
• A safety-first mindset, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and your own tools.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Join a company with over 130 years of history built on integrity, trust, and reliability. Work with a supportive team that values safety, teamwork, and doing what's right. Take pride in meaningful work, grow your skills, and help others succeed.

Job Details

Pay Type: Hourly Sammons Industrial is an employee-owned family of businesses dedicated to being the preferred single-source solution provider for industrial operations through innovation, service, community engagement, and integrity. We are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service with a commitment to putting safety first and through a One Team philosophy. Our family of businesses includes the brands: SitePro Rentals, Sync Storage, Precision Warehouse Design, Briggs Equipment, Briggs Earth & Ag, and Briggs Truck & Rail