Technician 2

Sammons Warehouse Solutions • Laredo, TX

3d

About The Position

At Briggs Industrial Solutions, the Technician 2 diagnoses, services, and repairs material handling equipment at customer locations and in the shop. The role works to ensure each job is completed safely and according to manufacturer specifications, applying technical knowledge, sound judgment, and a customer-first approach.

The technician works on equipment systems and components including engines, electric motors, transmissions, drive systems, hydraulics, brakes, steering, electrical systems, and lifting systems. The role also performs preventive maintenance, inspections, failure analysis, component removal, and basic welding. It includes documenting repairs, keeping customers informed, managing parts and supplies, and maintaining a clean, stocked, and safe company vehicle. The technician follows company safety procedures and applicable regulatory requirements, completes technical training, and supports the broader service team.

The position involves travel to customer sites, work in a shop environment, and participation in an as-needed 24/7 on-call schedule. Candidates must be able to furnish their own tools and meet the stated physical demands.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least 3 years of forklift repair or related industry experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, and bore gauges.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable equipment and operations.
• Certification on at least 65% of the Briggs Equipment product line.
• Ability to furnish your own tools.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and regularly stand, walk, bend, twist, and lift.
• Ability to travel to customer sites, work in a shop environment, and participate in a 24/7 on-call schedule as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical or trade school training.
• Welding or fabrication experience.
• Hyster-Yale Maintenance, Service, or Master Bronze Technician certifications.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild material handling equipment and its engine, electric motor, transmission, drive, hydraulic, brake, steering, electrical, and lifting systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, failure analysis, component removal, and basic welding in accordance with manufacturer specifications and safety procedures.
• Accurately document repairs and keep customers informed.
• Maintain necessary parts and supplies and keep the company vehicle clean, stocked, and safe.
• Follow Briggs safety procedures and applicable DOT, OSHA, federal, state, and local requirements.
• Complete required technical training and support the broader service team.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and performance-based bonuses.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing retirement savings at no cost to employees.
• 401(k).
• Training and tuition reimbursement.
• Work/life balance.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Tool benefits, PPE/uniforms, and safety boot program.
• Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

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