On-Site Forklift Technician — Field Service Pro

Southwest Material Handling Inc; Jurupa Valley (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Material Handling Inc is seeking a Field Technician to service forklifts at customer sites across California. You will diagnose mechanical issues, replace worn parts, perform routine maintenance, and ensure safety standards are met while delivering excellent customer service.

Travel is required to client locations; documentation of work orders is essential. Maintain a clean vehicle and report problems promptly.

Qualifications

• Three to five years forklift/material handling technician experience.
• Excellent driving record as shown on DMV report.
• Ability to drive company vehicle to customer sites.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and customer-service attitude.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to perform mechanical repairs and service.
• Repair gasoline, LPG, electric or diesel-powered forklifts.
• Make parts replacements, adjust brakes, tighten bolts, align wheels.
• Lubricate machinery and perform routine maintenance.
• Complete work orders accurately for processing and billing.
• Keep company vehicle clean and report any issues to supervisor.
• Adhere to safety procedures and escalate as needed.

Skills

Forklift experience

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Clean driving record

Professional appearance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power tools

Air compressor tools

Band saw

Grinder

Steam cleaner

Parts washer

Job description

Southwest Material Handling Inc is seeking a Field Technician to service forklifts at customer sites across California. You will diagnose mechanical issues, replace worn parts, perform routine maintenance, and ensure safety standards are met while delivering excellent customer service.

Travel is required to client locations; documentation of work orders is essential. Maintain a clean vehicle and report problems promptly.