Rental Field Service Technician
About The Position
At Burwell Material Handling, people come first. Our team, our customers, and the communities we serve are the reason we exist. We're who we are today because of the people behind us. Every team member, every connection, and every customer relationship helped shape this company. We've built our reputation by delivering smarter, safer material handling across the full lifecycle: equipment sales, rentals, service and parts, fleet telematics, and engineered automation solutions. We do it with the kind of personal attention that comes from being neither too big to care nor too small to keep up. We listen first, we move fast, and we keep our word. Now we're growing, and we're looking for forward-thinking, motivated teammates who want to help build something meaningful. Here, your contributions count and your voice is heard. About the Role: We're hiring a Rental Field Service Technician to support the maintenance and repair of our rental fleet—primarily forklifts, aerial lifts, and other material handling equipment. This is a hands-on role with a mix of shop work and field service. If you're a technician who takes pride in doing things right the first time and enjoys keeping equipment running strong, you'll fit right in. You'll work with well-known brands like Bobcat, Genie, Linde, and Clark to make sure our customers get dependable, ready-to-work equipment every time.
Requirements
- 5+ years’ experience as a forklift technician, diesel mechanic, or heavy equipment technician.
- Knowledge of hydraulics, electrical systems, and mechanical troubleshooting.
- Ability to work independently in the field and as part of a team in the shop.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-focused mindset.
- A valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally for field repairs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain rental equipment, including forklifts, aerial lifts, and material handling machinery.
- Perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections to keep equipment in top working condition.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in both shop and field settings.
- Work efficiently to minimize equipment downtime and keep the rental fleet ready for customers.
- Provide on-site service and emergency repairs at customer locations as needed.
- Build strong customer relationships by delivering high-quality service and support.
- Maintain detailed service records and complete repair documentation.
- Operate service trucks, diagnostic tools, and lifts to complete repairs.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401K with Company Match
- Progressive Paid Time Off and Holidays – starting with 3 weeks PTO in your first year
- Paid parental leave for moms and dads
- Opportunities for growth and internal promotion
- Annual Community Impact Day – paid volunteer time in the places we work and live
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
