Mechanic - Auto / Diesel / Forklift Technician

Crown Equipment Corporation; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401K

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Company vehicle

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation in Champaign, IL is seeking a Mechanic - Auto / Diesel / Forklift Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain Crown lift trucks and other makes for customers.

Responsibilities include performing planned maintenance, keeping a tidy service van, and completing service paperwork; minimum requirements include high school diploma and a valid driver's license; the role emphasizes safety, reliability, and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Less than 2 years related experience.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair Crown and other makes of lift trucks.
• Perform all assigned planned maintenance on customer lift trucks.
• Maintain a service van and its inventory.
• Process paperwork after completion of each job.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Hydraulics knowledge

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree (preferred)

Job description

Mechanic - Auto / Diesel / Forklift Technician

Location: Champaign, IL, US, 61820

Company Description

Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide and more than 500 retail locations in over 80 countries. Our global sales and service network provides our customers with a local resource for a wide variety of quality material handling equipment, fleet management solutions, warehouse products and support services to meet their needs anytime, anywhere.

At Crown, we know that our employees are the driving force behind our success in the material handling industry. We cultivate a culture of passionate people and inspired innovation. We support our employees and their professional goals because an investment in our people is an investment in our future. In fact, throughout Crown’s history, more than 1,000 employees have reached a 25-year milestone, and we are proud to have traveled their career paths with them.

From employee training and development to competitive compensation packages, we invest in our employees, knowing that people are always at the core of what moves us forward.

We are seeking knowledgeable customer focused auto, diesel, aircraft, or forklift technicians to join the Crown team.

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Job Duties

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair Crown and all other makes of lift trucks.
• Perform all assigned planned maintenance on customer lift trucks.
• Maintain a service van and its inventory.
• Process paperwork after completion of each job.

Minimum Qualifications

• Less than 2 years related experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to safely operate lift trucks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good mechanical and electrical aptitudes, knowledge of electrical/electronic systems and hydraulics and internal combustion engines, and the ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Good written/verbal communication and customer care skills.
• Technical degree, previous lift truck repair, welding experience, and knowledge of various types of testing equipment preferred.
• Familiar with tools and equipment such as common hand tools, electrical/air tools, torch, arc welder and various types of testing equipment.
• Industry related training is preferred
• Ability to read and understand service manuals, plan, and follow-through

Work Authorization

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Wages. The anticipated starting pay range for the position is $23 to $28 per hour; however,skills and related experience will be taken into consideration,
• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan with a company contribution to each,
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts,
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan:Crown matches 100% of the first 4% of your eligible pay you contribute to the plan. You are always 100% vested in the company matching contributions.
• Company paid Life and Disability Benefits as well as optional supplemental term life insurance offerings,
• 9 Paid Holidays,
• Paid Vacation accrued at a rate based on length of service and position,
• 24 Hours of Personal Leave per anniversary year,
• Birthday Pay for Non-Exempt employees,
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.

Crown also offers Service Technicians

• Award-Winning Service Training
• Company Vehicle for Field Service Technicians
• Tool Insurance
• No Flat Rate
• Uniforms
• Specialty Tools
• Primarily 1st Shift

EOE Veterans/Disabilities

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