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Field Forklift Mechanic

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Forklift Exchange, Inc.

Philadelphia, PA (In Person)

$83,200 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/25/2026

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Job Description

Field Forklift Mechanic Forklift Exchange, Inc. - 3.0 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time $35 - $45 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Fuel card Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Heavy equipment mechanics Field service equipment repair On-site technical support Forklift servicing Company vehicle operation Construction equipment servicing Driver's License Attention to detail Safety equipment Electrical maintenance Hand tools Material handling equipment maintenance Full Job Description Job description: We're hiring a Field Service Mechanic! Bring your excellent mechanical aptitude to service and repair forklifts, marina lifts and other heavy equipment for our customers on the road and at their place of business. Forklift REPAIR experience is required for this role.
Qualifications and Expectations:
Previous experience working with diesel, electric and propane-powered forklifts Perform routine maintenance and repairs on forklifts and their engines Diagnose and repair heavy equipment, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical machinery and systems Ability to troubleshoot issues and solve complex problems Knowledge and ability to diagnose hydraulic circuits and fuel and cooling systems Understanding of attachments such as masts, booms, etc. Maintain provided service truck, supplies and tools Work/manage workloads independently and display daily communication with Service Manager Consistent and reliable - strong attention to detail Skilled in safe, effective and appropriate equipment use Ability to wear and use appropriate safety gear Must have clean driving record and valid driver's license. Service truck provided. Ability to travel up to 10-hour radius from home and willingness to stay overnight as necessary. Travel radius may be less as we continue to grow and hire. Reimbursement for overnight stays and meals is provided, along with company gas card. 4 years of forklift repair experience with 1 year in the field is required.
Benefits:
Pay based on experience: $35-45/per hour - full time work week Company will supply service truck and specialty tools; tech must supply personal hand tools 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
About Us:
Forklift Exchange, Inc. is a family-owned company established over 40 years ago. Marty Flaska, owner/founder, started and sold the Hoist Liftruck brand to Toyota in April 2019. Our company's focus is on buying and selling used material handling forklifts, marina boat lifts, and construction equipment nationwide, along with revamping our big truck service and rental business in our facilities. The company's expertise in the wholesale of material handling equipment and high-capacity forklifts spans across a wide array of lines, to include: Hoist, Toyota, Kalmar, Taylor and more. Our service jobs range from minor cylinder repairs to complete machine refurbishment. By having a rental fleet in-shop, we are able to provide our customers needing extensive repairs with loaner trucks. We pride ourselves on having fully-trained technicians on hand 24/7, turning jobs around within 15 days or less. Come join our growing company!
Pay:
$35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Experience:
forklift
REPAIR:
4 years (Required)
Work Location:
On the road