Preventative Maintenance Technician

Black Equipment Company South Inc; Tennessee; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid weekly

401(k) match

PTO

Uniforms

Boot allowance

Company vehicle/phone

Job summary

Paylocity 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, complete service reports, and collaborate with Parts/Service teams to minimize downtime.

The role offers a Monday–Friday day shift with 40-hour weeks, competitive pay, and full benefits including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of mechanical/maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s license & clean driving record.
• 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 work with Parts/Service teams.
• Deliver dependable service that builds strong customer relationships.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Reading manuals

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Tools

Manuals & checklists

Job description

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