Mechanic - Auto / Diesel / Forklift Technician

Crown Equipment • Peoria, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Crown Equipment Corporation, a global leader in lift truck manufacturing, is seeking knowledgeable, customer-focused auto, diesel, aircraft, or forklift technicians to join their team. The company emphasizes employee investment, professional development, and a culture of passionate people and inspired innovation. This role involves providing local support on a global scale, with opportunities for employees to reach significant career milestones. The company is looking for individuals who can troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair various makes of lift trucks, perform planned maintenance, and manage a service van and its inventory.

Requirements

• Less than 2 years related experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to safely operate lift trucks.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Good mechanical and electrical aptitudes
• Knowledge of electrical/electronic systems and hydraulics and internal combustion engines
• Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Good written/verbal communication and customer care skills
• Technical degree
• Previous lift truck repair
• Welding experience
• Knowledge of various types of testing equipment
• Familiar with tools and equipment such as common hand tools, electrical/air tools, torch, arc welder and various types of testing equipment.
• Industry related training is preferred
• Ability to read and understand service manuals, plan, and follow-through

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair Crown and all other makes of lift trucks.
• Perform all assigned planned maintenance on customer lift trucks.
• Maintain a service van and its inventory.
• Process paperwork after completion of each job.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan with a company contribution to each
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Company paid Life and Disability Benefits
• Optional supplemental term life insurance offerings
• Paid Parental Leave
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• 24 Hours of Personal Leave per anniversary year
• Birthday Pay for Non-Exempt employees
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year
• Award-Winning Service Training
• Company Vehicle for Field Service Technicians
• Tool Insurance
• No Flat Rate
• 40 Hours Per Week plus Overtime
• Uniforms
• Specialty Tools
• Primarily 1st Shift
• Career Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED