Preventative Maintenance Technician

Black Equipment Company South Inc; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 85,411,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms

Boot allowance

Specialty tools

Company vehicle/phone

Job summary

Black Equipment Company South Inc is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled maintenance on forklifts and material handling equipment in the field. You will identify wear and potential failures early, complete service reports, and collaborate with Parts/Service teams to ensure uptime.

The role emphasizes safety, clear communication, and building strong customer relationships, with a Monday–Friday day shift and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of mechanical/maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to safety.
• Ability to read manuals/checklists and perform hands-on work.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and inspections on forklifts and material handling equipment (field).
• Identify wear, damage, and potential failures before they cause downtime.
• Complete detailed service reports and collaborate with Parts/Service teams.
• Deliver dependable service that builds strong customer relationships.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Reading manuals

Hands-on work

Communication skills

Job description

Are you a skilled technician ready to prevent problems instead of just fixing them? We’re looking for a Preventative Maintenance Technician who takes pride in keeping equipment running reliably and efficiently. If you enjoy inspections, routine service, catching issues early, and making a real difference for customers and your team, this is your opportunity.

What You'll Do:

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and inspections on forklifts and material handling equipment (field).
• Identify wear, damage, and potential failures before they cause downtime
• Complete detailed service reports and work with Parts/Service teams
• Deliver dependable service that builds strong customer relationships

What You'll Get:

• Competitive pay: $25/hr-PLUS (based on experience; top performers earn more) + paid weekly.
• Predictable Monday–Friday day shift, 40-hour weeks (no flat rate).
• Full benefits: Health, dental, vision, company-paid STD/LTD/Life, 401(k) match, PTO
• Perks: Uniforms, boot allowance, specialty tools, company vehicle/phone (for field roles)
• Top Tech Academy training, vendor certifications, mentorship, and real career growth
• Drama-free culture with managers who've 'been in your boots', independence, and a voice in improving processes

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1+ years of mechanical/maintenance experience
• Valid driver’s license & clean driving record
• Strong communication skills and commitment to safety
• Ability to read manuals/checklists and perform hands-on work

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

7:00AM - 3:30PM