Forklift Technician
Fraza / Vitan Equipment•Buffalo, NY
•$21 - $36•Onsite
About The Position
Fraza & Vitan Equipment is seeking a skilled Forklift Technician to troubleshoot and repair heavy-duty material handling equipment. This fast-paced, field-based position involves using diagnostic expertise across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to keep customers’ operations moving. The technician travels to customer sites, performs preventative maintenance and emergency repairs, ensures equipment is safe and compliant, and records service work while communicating with the branch dispatch team.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience repairing forklifts or heavy equipment, including electric, propane, and diesel equipment.
- Strong diagnostic instincts and a safety-first mindset.
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record for use of the company truck.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs to minimize customer downtime.
- Travel to various customer sites to service different machines.
- Ensure equipment is safe, compliant, and meets operating standards.
- Accurately log service work and communicate clearly with the branch dispatch team.
Benefits
- Pay of $21–$36 per hour based on experience.
- $3,000 sign-on bonus.
- Company take-home service truck.
- No weekends and flexible daily field scheduling.
- Full benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
