What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive) position at Lonestar Forklift, Inc.?
Lonestar Forklift is an established and customer-focused material handling equipment dealership with 30 years of proven success and 10 branch locations in Texas. Lonestar offers new equipment, used equipment, rentals, service, parts, fleet management, and training for our loyal customers, providing comprehensive solutions for unique business needs.
With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and entrepreneurial work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work.
The Opportunity
Lonestar Forklift is looking for a Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive) to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
As the Shop Technician for Lonestar, your key responsibilities will include:
- Performing mechanical maintenance on a variety of material handling equipment and machinery
- Ensuring all parts are present before beginning a service job; tracking and following up on parts for ongoing service jobs
- Completing work order forms as required
- Communicating with the Shop Lead, Shop Coordinator, Service Manager, or Technical Support Center regarding service jobs and repair needs
- Following established warranty processes and completing necessary warranty paperwork
- Seeking out additional repair opportunities on retail jobs
Required Skills & Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:
- Strong mechanical and technical aptitude and skills
- Prior experience in a comparable role and in a related industry
- Previous aerial platform and lift truck experience
- Valid driver’s license required
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and internal stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving skills for mechanical and technical concepts
- A strong work ethic and a positive attitude
Benefits & Perks
Lonestar Forklift is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees:
- Company paid medical health care plan and dental plan for you and your dependents
- Extended health plan
- Vision plan and prescription drug coverage
- Life insurance, disability insurance, and travel insurance
- Sick leave plan
- Employee assistance programs
- 401K matching
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Certified technical training programs
This is an onsite role based in Houston, Texas.
Lonestar Forklift would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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