Mechanic - Diesel Auto Forklift

Crown Equipment Corporation; Sacramento (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation is seeking knowledgeable technicians to perform maintenance and repairs on lift trucks. Successful candidates will have mechanical and electrical aptitude, and a focus on customer service. This role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including training programs and vehicle options.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and prescription plans

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays, vacation, tuition reimbursement

Training programs and company vehicle

Qualifications

• Less than 2 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Ability to read schematics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair lift trucks.
• Perform planned maintenance on lift trucks.
• Maintain a service van and inventory.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical/air tools

Testing devices

Job 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 over 500 retail locations in more than 80 countries. Our global sales and service network provides customers with local resources for a wide variety of material handling equipment, fleet management solutions, warehouse products, and support services.

We value our employees as the driving force behind our success. Crown fosters a culture of passionate people and innovation, supporting professional growth through training, competitive compensation, and career development. Many employees have reached long-term milestones, reflecting our commitment to their success.

We are seeking knowledgeable, customer-focused auto, diesel, aircraft, or forklift technicians to join our team. Watch A Day in the Life of a Crown Field Service Technician!

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Job Duties

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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical and electrical aptitude, knowledge of electrical/electronic systems, hydraulics, and internal combustion engines; ability to read schematics.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Technical degree, lift truck repair experience, welding skills, and testing equipment knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with tools such as hand tools, electrical/air tools, torches, arc welders, and testing devices.
• Industry training is a plus.
• Ability to read service manuals, plan, and execute tasks efficiently.

Work Authorization: Crown will only employ individuals legally authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not provided.

No agency calls, please.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Starting pay around $33/hour, commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription plans with company contributions.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match on the first 4% contributed; fully vested.
• Paid life and disability insurance, optional supplemental coverage.
• Paid holidays, vacation, birthday pay, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Additional benefits for Service Technicians include:

• Training programs, company vehicle, tool insurance, uniforms, and specialty tools.
• Primarily first shift work.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with applicable laws.