Material Handling Technician Apprentice

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; Montville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Prescription plan

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. is seeking an entry-level Technician Apprentice at our Montville, New Jersey location. The role offers a clear path to becoming a Field Service Technician through a 6–9‑month formal training program under a dedicated mentor.

You’ll learn to diagnose, service, and repair material handling equipment while following safety standards and interacting with customers. Ideal candidates have some mechanical experience, a positive demeanor, and the ability to learn quickly.

Qualifications

• Some mechanical experience required.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow directions.
• Clean driving record is a MUST.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform routine maintenance and diagnostics on material handling equipment.
• Assist mechanics and perform repairs as directed.
• Complete required training certifications.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Positive attitude

Fast learner

Clean driving record

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

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Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Eastern Lift Truck Co.

Currently, we are seeking a Technician Apprentice to support our Montville, New Jersey location. We offer tremendous opportunity for growth, competitive compensation and benefits for individuals who want a career with a great c ompany that maintains a family feel!

This is an entry level position where you can learn the mechanics of material handling equipment maintenance, diagnostics , and repairs. You will have a mentor to guide you through our 6–9-month formal training program, where you will learn how to maintain safety standards and interact with customers. From classroom modules to hands on training in the shop, we will prepare you for a career as a Field Service Technician!

Main Duties

• Learn how to perform routine maintenance, diagnose and repair material handling equipment ( i.e. forklifts, aerial lifts, pallet trucks, etc.)
• Complete required training certifications
• Assist mechanics
• Strictly adhere to all health and safety protocols
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with Company and OSHA Standards

Requirements

• Some mechanical experience required
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Ability to learn quickly and follow directions
• Clean driving record A MUST
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

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.

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”

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