Road Technician

Colonial Group; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Road Technician to service and repair material handling and aerial equipment at customer sites. You will diagnose engines, hydraulic, electrical, and drive systems, perform maintenance, and ensure work aligns with manufacturer specs and company standards.

Roles require 3+ years in forklift repair or related field, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license. Expect 100% travel to customer sites, 24/7 on-call availability, and sign-on bonuses where

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical or trade school certificate preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience in forklift repair or related industry.
• Ability to read precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges.
• Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment, including propane, gas and diesel engines, electric motors, transmissions and hydraulic systems.
• Rebuild and repair components and systems in material handling and aerial equipment.
• Block, chock, and chain equipment per safety guidelines; disassemble equipment for repairs.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure equipment runs per specifications.
• Diagnose faults and analyze failures across components and systems.
• Inspect equipment for potential problems and safety concerns.
• Perform basic welding as necessary.
• Record maintenance and repair work and complete paperwork promptly.
• Complete basic and advanced technical training as assigned.
• Maintain parts and supplies needed for job completion.
• Keep company vehicle clean and in safe operating condition; complete vehicle checklists.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Mechanical or trade school certificate

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Bore gauges

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Road Technician performs service and repairs on material handling and/or aerial equipment at customer sites to ensure that equipment continues to run according to manufacturer’s specifications. Ensures all Briggs Equipment standards are adhered to and executed consistent with company direction.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Diagnose and repair equipment, to include liquid propane, gas, and diesel engines, electric motors, transmissions, drive axles, differentials, hydraulic systems, brake systems, steering systems, electrical systems, lifting systems, etc.
2. Rebuild and/or repair all components and systems in industrial material handling and aerial equipment and other related equipment
3. Per company safety guidelines, properly block, chock and chain equipment, and disassemble equipment as needed to facilitate major component removal and repair
4. Perform routine and operational maintenance to ensure that equipment continues to run according to manufacturer’s specifications
5. Perform diagnostic troubleshooting and failure analysis on all components and systems
6. Perform equipment inspections to identify potential problems and safety concerns
7. Perform basic welding as necessary
8. Record maintenance and repair work performed by completing necessary paperwork in a timely manner
9. Complete basic and advanced technical training as assigned
10. Maintain parts and supplies needed for job completion
11. Maintain company vehicle cleanliness and ensure vehicle is in safe operating condition; complete vehicle checklist as required
12. Maintain a culture of safety & participate in all safety meetings
13. Perform other related duties as assigned.

minimum qualifications

Basic Knowledge & Competencies:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Thorough knowledge of all equipment & operations that apply to the branch
• Excellent mechanical aptitude, technical knowledge and problem-solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Previous Experience/Education:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Mechanical or trade school certificate preferred
• 3+ years’ experience in forklift repair or related industry
• Ability to read precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, etc.
• Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing, walking, lifting, twisting and bending on a frequent basis
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Must furnish own tools
• Availability to work 24/7 on-call schedule as needed
• 100% travel to customer sites

*OFFERING SIGN ON BONUSES*