Road Technician

Briggs Industrial Solutions • Houston, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Road Technician performs service and repairs on material handling and/or aerial equipment at customer sites to ensure that equipment continues to run according to manufacturer’s specifications. Ensures all Briggs Equipment standards are adhered to and executed consistent with company direction.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills
• Thorough knowledge of all equipment & operations that apply to the branch
• Excellent mechanical aptitude, technical knowledge and problem solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• 3+ years’ experience in forklift repair or related industry
• Ability to read precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, etc.
• Valid driver’s license required
• Standing, walking, lifting, twisting and bending on a frequent basis
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Must furnish own tools
• Availability to work 24/7 on-call schedule as needed
• 100% travel to customer sites

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical or trade school certificate preferred
• Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment, to include liquid propane, gas, and diesel engines, electric motors, transmissions, drive axles, differentials, hydraulic systems, brake systems, steering systems, electrical systems, lifting systems, etc.
• Rebuild and/or repair all components and systems in industrial material handling and aerial equipment and other related equipment
• Per company safety guidelines, properly block, chock and chain equipment, and disassemble equipment as needed to facilitate major component removal and repair
• Perform routine and operational maintenance to ensure that equipment continues to run according to manufacturer’s specifications
• Perform diagnostic troubleshooting and failure analysis on all components and systems
• Perform equipment inspections to identify potential problems and safety concerns
• Perform basic welding as necessary
• Record maintenance and repair work performed by completing necessary paperwork in a timely manner
• Complete basic and advanced technical training as assigned
• Maintain parts and supplies needed for job completion
• Maintain company vehicle cleanliness and ensure vehicle is in safe operating condition; complete vehicle checklist as required
• Maintain a culture of safety & participate in all safety meetings
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Hands On and Virtual Training
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees