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Southwest ToyotaLift (Southwest Material Handling, Inc.)

Forklift Technician Equipment Mechanic

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What they do

A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.

$67,889 / year median in California

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Fuel Your Future:
Take the Driver's Seat in Your Career at Southwest ToyotaLift! Ready to turn your wrenching skills into an electrifying career journey? Come grow with a powerhouse! Celebrating 30 years of industry leadership—and fueled by massive momentum—Southwest ToyotaLift is a place where your hard work is truly celebrated. We've clinched the prestigious Toyota President's Award five times in the last seven years , proving that when you join our team, you're partnering with absolute winners. Stability meets high-energy growth right here. We don't just build equipment; we build exciting futures for our people!
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
The Sweet Perks:
Top-tier compensation, full medical/dental/vision coverage, a matching 401(k), company-sponsored life & disability insurance, and FSAs.
Work-Life Harmony:
Enjoy a predictable Monday through Friday schedule so you can actually enjoy your weekends. Rocket Fuel for
Your Skills:
Dive into ongoing training, certification incentives, and wide-open pathways for career advancement.
The Role:
Field or Shop Service Technician Are you ready to be the hero of the job site? Bring your mechanical genius to our elite service team as a Field or Shop Technician! Whether you're turning wrenches in our shop or rolling out in your own service vehicle, you'll tackle thrilling diagnostics and keep our customers' heavy equipment running at peak performance. What You Bring to the
Table:
High School Diploma or equivalent. 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience as a forklift or material handling tech. A clean driving record and readiness to pilot a company vehicle. A sharp, professional look and top-notch communication skills. A customer-first mindset and a hunger to learn new tech every day!
What You'll Be Doing:
Diagnosing and breathing new life into forklifts and heavy material handling equipment. Mastering hand tools and deep mechanical wizardry to conquer transmission, hydraulic, and brake challenges. Performing routine inspections to keep our fleet unstoppable. Delivering legendary customer service and building great relationships in the field. Keeping crisp, accurate digital records while keeping safety front and center. Ready to accelerate your career? Come join a team that invests in you every single mile of the way!
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$33.80 - $39.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Fuel card Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person