Road Technician

Alliance Material Handling Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home truck + gas card

Healthcare options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Disability & life insurance

Employee Ownership (ESOP)

Job summary

Alliance Material Handling Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced forklift mechanic/field service technician to join our team. You will start your day from home and go directly to customer sites - no daily shop reporting.

We offer competitive pay, independence, and a company-provided truck. This field-based role requires diagnosing and repairing forklifts, batteries, and chargers, plus the ability to lift up to 100 lbs and maintain a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Experience as forklift, diesel, or equipment technician.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Your own tools.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain forklifts (electric, gas, LP).
• Service industrial batteries and chargers.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Travel to customer sites throughout the day.
• Communicate directly with customers on repairs and recommendations.
• All other responsibilities/duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift mechanic

Diesel mechanic

Equipment technician

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Independent work

Valid driver's license

Tools

Lifting up to 100 lbs

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Technical Richmond Branch, Richmond, VA, US

13 days ago Requisition ID: 1006

PLEASE NOTE: This is a field-based position. Applicants must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Richmond, Virginia, as they will travel directly to customer locations throughout the territory. This is not a remote position.

Compensation: Starting at $24/hr, based on experience

We’re looking for experienced forklift mechanics/field service technicians to join our team. You will start your day from home and go directly to customer sites - no daily shop reporting! We offer competitive pay, independence, and a company-provided truck.

Why This Role is Different:

• Take-home company truck + gas card
• Start and end your day from home
• Work independently in the field
• Consistent hours + overtime opportunities

What You’ll Do:

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain forklifts (electric, gas, LP)
• Service industrial batteries and chargers
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections
• Travel to customer sites throughout the day
• Communicate directly with customers on repairs and recommendations
• All other responsibilities/duties as assigned

What You Need:

• Experience as a forklift mechanic, diesel mechanic, or equipment technician
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently in the field
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Your own tools
• Ability to lift up to 100lbs and work in various positions

What We Offer:

• Take-home company truck + gas card
• Multiple healthcare options including company paid plan (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + holidays
• Company-paid short-term, long-term disability + life insurance
• Employee Ownership (ESOP) - build long-term wealth as an owner

About Us:

Become our next millionaire. Alliance Material Handling is a 100% employee-owned company where every team member shares in the success they help create. We believe in rewarding hard work with real financial opportunity and long-term career growth.