Forklift Technician
Fraza / Vitan Equipment•Rochester Hills, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
Fraza & Vitan Equipment is seeking a skilled Forklift Technician to troubleshoot and repair heavy-duty material handling equipment. This is a fast-paced, field-based position requiring diagnostic expertise across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to keep customers' operations moving. Technicians travel to customer sites and work on different machines. The role includes hourly pay based on experience and commission opportunities for service work and upselling parts or equipment.
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 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 maintained to solid operating standards.
- Accurately log service work and communicate clearly with the branch dispatch team.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus.
- Company vehicle provided, including a take-home service truck.
- No weekends and flexible daily field scheduling.
- Full benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
- Commission opportunities for service work and upselling parts or equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
