Shop Technician: Aerial & Material Handling (Sign-On Bonus)

Colonial Group; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Colonial Group in Fort Myers seeks a Shop Technician to diagnose and repair material handling and aerial equipment. You will perform maintenance to keep machines running to manufacturer specifications and follow strict safety guidelines.

The role requires solid mechanical aptitude, hands-on welding skills, and the ability to read precision instruments. You will maintain tools and parts and support a safe, productive shop environment.

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 (micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges).
• Welding and/or fabrication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment including propane, gas, diesel engines, and hydraulic systems.
• Rebuild and repair components on material handling and aerial equipment.
• Block, chock, and chain equipment per safety guidelines and perform disassembly as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance to meet manufacturer specifications.
• Troubleshoot failures and analyze causes across all systems.
• Inspect equipment for potential safety concerns.
• Perform basic welding as necessary.
• Document maintenance and repair work promptly.
• Attend basic and advanced technical training as assigned.
• Maintain parts and supplies for job completion.
• Keep shop clean and promote a safe working environment.
• Participate in safety meetings and maintain a safety culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school certificate preferred

Job description

Colonial Group in Fort Myers seeks a Shop Technician to diagnose and repair material handling and aerial equipment. You will perform maintenance to keep machines running to manufacturer specifications and follow strict safety guidelines.

The role requires solid mechanical aptitude, hands-on welding skills, and the ability to read precision instruments. You will maintain tools and parts and support a safe, productive shop environment.