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Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search

Houston (TX)

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USD 50,000 - 70,000

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Job summary

A leading company specializing in heavy equipment solutions is seeking a Technician for the Houston market. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing forklifts and diesel equipment while ensuring top-notch customer service. With a strong emphasis on safety and a collaborative work culture, the position offers substantial career growth opportunities and a competitive sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus
Profit Sharing
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Company Vehicle + Fuel Card
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off

Qualifications

  • 5–7 years of forklift repair experience OR 10–15 years of diesel/heavy equipment experience.
  • Reliable and customer-oriented.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair forklifts and other heavy equipment across customer sites.
  • Complete daily repair jobs depending on complexity.
  • Provide excellent on-site customer service.

Skills

Problem-solving
Customer service
Communication
Mechanical aptitude
Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Mechanical or trade school certificate

Job description


Our client is a premier provider of turn-key warehouse solutions for elite customers and top companies. For nearly a century, this global heavy equipment provider has been an industry leader with a proven track record of success. Naviga has been retained to recruit a technician for the Houston, TX market.
Title: Technician
Location: Houston, TX

Key Points:
  • A company that likes to promote from within, so opportunities to advance your career are here
  • Engaging team environment; weekly breakfast provided by the branch, and monthly gatherings for the team
  • Fun and collaborative culture with an emphasis on safety, ethics, integrity, and respect.
  • ESOP Account - an employee stock ownership account with no individual contribution
  • $5K sign-on bonus and strong earnings potential with hourly pay and lead-based bonuses
  • Robust training program with ongoing manufacturer and internal technical development
Responsibilities:
  • Troubleshoot and repair forklifts and other diesel/heavy equipment across customer sites
  • Complete 1–3+ repair jobs daily depending on job complexity
  • Maintain direct communication with assigned Service Advisor to receive daily work orders
  • Provide excellent on-site customer service and represent the company professionally
  • Capture and manage service data using a mobile work order system
  • Occasionally report to the shop when not assigned in the field
  • Maintain a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
  • Maintain parts and supplies needed for job completion
  • Maintain company vehicle cleanliness and ensure vehicle is in safe operating condition; complete vehicle checklist as required
  • Maintain a culture of safety & participate in all safety meetings
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  • 5–7 years of forklift repair experience OR 10–15 years of diesel/heavy equipment experience
  • Reliable and customer-oriented, with excellent communication & problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude, technical knowledge and problem solving skills
  • Thorough knowledge of all equipment & operations that apply to the branch
  • Ability to read precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, etc.
  • Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience preferred
  • Strong hydraulic troubleshooting experience preferred
  • Hyster/Yale, Cummins, or similar manufacturer certifications highly desirable

Additional Requirements Include:
  • Valid driver’s license required
Education:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required
  • Mechanical or trade school certificate preferred
Benefits/Perks:
  • Sign-on Bonus
  • Profit Sharing
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
  • Company Vehicle + Fuel Card
  • Paternity Leave
  • Insurance Policies for Tools
  • 401(k)
  • Educational Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Hands-On and Virtual Training
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
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