Material Handling/Lift Truck- Service Technician
About The Position
ASCO Equipment, Inc. is seeking a Material Handling/Lift Truck Service Technician for its Sherman, Texas branch. This is a full-time, on-site, hands-on role focused on keeping customers’ equipment operating at peak performance through scheduled inspections, routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in the shop or field. The technician is expected to provide efficient, high-quality service with a customer-first approach and collaborate across departments to deliver timely, professional support. ASCO offers hands-on training and opportunities for advancement, and welcomes both experienced professionals and people starting their careers. The company describes itself as family-owned and operated, with a legacy of more than 65 years. ASCO’s stated purpose is to serve others, and its core values are to honor God, develop people, pursue excellence, and grow profitably.
Requirements
- At least 2–3 years of shop or field experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment.
- Technical certifications or an associate degree.
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical theories and principles.
- Good written and verbal communication skills for daily reporting.
- Computer literacy, including use of email and work orders.
- Ability to work within set time parameters, multitask, and follow procedures.
- Ability to work with limited supervision and exercise independent judgment.
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships and professionally manage difficult situations.
- Ability to obtain a forklift license.
- Must furnish tools suitable for heavy equipment repair.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to maneuver around and crawl under equipment to conduct repairs.
- Ability to work safely in all weather conditions.
- Ability to lift and handle loads up to 55 pounds.
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot equipment visually and audibly.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Curtis controllers.
- Experience with narrow-aisle equipment.
- Experience with Class 1 through 5 equipment.
- Experience with warehouse products.
- Experience with cold-storage equipment.
- Experience with pneumatic- or cushion-tired trucks.
- Experience with electric stand-up rider trucks.
- Experience with electric sit-down trucks.
- Experience with pneumatic-tire diesel and LP trucks.
- Experience with order pickers.
- Experience with reach trucks.
- Experience with stackers.
- Experience with pallet trucks.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot equipment and perform complex repairs correctly in the shop or field.
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment according to the schedule.
- Complete work orders in a timely manner.
- Maintain open communication with the service manager.
- Collaborate across departments to provide customers with timely, professional support.
Benefits
- Quarterly tool allowance.
- Safety boot allowance.
- Company-provided uniforms and coats.
- Paid training and advancement opportunities.
- 100% employer-paid health insurance.
- 401(k) with profit sharing.
- Paid holidays.
- Sign-on bonus, with amount based on experience and qualifications.
- Financial assistance through the ASCO Children’s Education Program for employees’ children pursuing higher education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
