Technician 1

Briggs Industrial Solutions, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay and Bonuses

ESOP 401(k) retirement savings

Tuition Reimbursement

Work/Life Balance

Paid Holidays and Time Off

Health and Wellness Benefits

Tool Benefits, PPE/Uniforms, Safety B0

Job summary

Briggs Industrial Solutions, Inc. in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Technician 1 to diagnose, maintain, and repair material handling equipment at shop and customer sites. You will apply mechanical know-how, safety focus, and hands-on skills to keep equipment running.

A high school diploma or GED is required; 1+ year forklift repair experience; Briggs product line certification preferred. Benefits include ESOP 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of forklift repair or related industry experience.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments and perform hands-on work safely.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild material handling equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections; identify safety concerns.
• Secure equipment and follow safety procedures; maintain compliance with DOT/OSHA.
• Keep service records, manage parts, and support the team as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Welding/fabrication

Job description

Remote Type: On-site You belong at a company that treats you like an Owner! Sammons Industrial is an employee-owned family of businesses dedicated to becoming the preferred single-source solution for industrial operations. Our company is made up of Briggs Industrial Solutions, Sammons Warehouse Solutions, and SitePro Rentals. Join a team that takes care of you. Here are some ways we do that:

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Performance-Based Bonuses
• Earn retirement savings without any cost to you through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 401(k)
• Training and Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Tool Benefits, PPE/Uniforms, Safety Boot Program
• Life and Short Term Disability paid for company

As a Technician 1, you’ll help keep our customers moving by diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing material handling equipment in the shop and at customer locations. You’ll bring strong mechanical know-how, sound judgment, and a commitment to doing every job safely and correctly.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild material handling equipment, including engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, transmissions, brakes, steering, drive systems, and lifting systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections, identify potential problems and safety concerns, and complete basic welding or fabrication work when needed.
• Put safety first on every job by properly securing equipment, following company procedures, and maintaining compliance with applicable DOT, OSHA, and other safety requirements.
• Keep accurate service records, maintain necessary parts and supplies, care for your company vehicle, complete required training and certifications, and support the team wherever needed.

What You’ll Bring

• 1+ years of forklift repair or related industry experience, along with strong mechanical aptitude, diagnostic skills, and knowledge of material handling equipment and operations.
• A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license; mechanical or trade school training and Hyster-Yale technician certifications are preferred.
• The ability to use precision measuring instruments and perform hands-on work safely; welding or fabrication experience is a plus.
• Certification on at least 65% of the Briggs Equipment product line is required.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

You’ll join a team that puts safety, integrity, and genuine care for people at the center of how we work. You’ll have opportunities to strengthen your technical skills, earn certifications, and build a career doing work you can be proud of. You’ll become part of a company with more than 130 years in business—and a team that’s still focused on growing, improving, and building what comes next.

Job Details

Pay Type: Hourly Sammons Industrial is an employee-owned family of businesses dedicated to being the preferred single-source solution provider for industrial operations through innovation, service, community engagement, and integrity. We are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service with a commitment to putting safety first and through a One Team philosophy. Our family of businesses includes the brands: SitePro Rentals, Sync Storage, Precision Warehouse Design, Briggs Equipment, Briggs Earth & Ag, and Briggs Truck & Rail