Shop Technician

Eastern Lift Truck Co.; Allentown, Northern (Lehigh County, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401k

Paid vacation

Sick days

Holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Lift Truck Co. is seeking a Shop Technician at our Allentown, PA location. Join a family‑owned company with 50+ years in the lift truck and material handling industry, offering growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing forklifts and related equipment, following safety protocols, and maintaining shop tools and machinery. You must have your own tools and a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing forklifts and/or heavy equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Welding/fabricating experience.
• Must have own tools.
• Stable work history.
• Dependable, self-motivated professional.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain equipment including Forklifts, Pallet Trucks, Boom Lifts, and Scissor Lifts.
• Follow safety procedures at all times to avoid injuries and damage.
• Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift repair

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Welding

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Eastern Lift Truck Co.

Shop Technician

Currently, we are seeking a Shop Technician to support our Allentown, PA location. We offer tremendous opportunity for growth, competitive compensation and benefits for individuals who want a career with a great company that maintains a family feel!

Main Duties:

• Diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain equipment including Forklifts, Pallet Trucks, Boom Lifts, and Scissor Lifts
• Follow safety procedures at all times to avoid accidental injuries and damage
• Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Requirements:

• Experience repairing forklifts and/or heavy equipment
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Welding/fabricating experience
• Must have own tools
• Stable work history
• Dependable, self-motivated professional
• Excellent work ethic and a positive attitude

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan. 401k with partial company match, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, short- & long-term disability, and basic/supplemental life insurance policies.

Who is Eastern Lift Truck Co.?

Eastern Lift Truck Co., is a family-owned company, celebrating over 50 years strong. We provide sales, parts, rentals and service in all areas of the Lift Truck, Material Handling and Allied product business. At Eastern Lift Truck Co. we know that the employees are the ‘heart and soul’ of the company.

Find out more at: www.easternlifttruck.com

“Eastern Lift Truck Co. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets”

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