Field Technician / Mechanic - Periodic Maintenance

About the role

As our Field PM Technician, you will work at customer locations and perform periodic maintenance on all makes and models of forklifts, as well as performing minor equipment repairs such as lights, belts, engine tune-ups, and hoses. Your job is to ensure our customers’ equipment is properly maintained, running in peak form, and maximizing their uptime. Every day, you’ll travel the area in a fully loaded Pape’ service vehicle, performing top-notch work on equipment, interacting with customers, and knowing that they can count on you to get the job done right.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodic maintenance on all makes and models of forklifts
• Conduct minor equipment repairs (lights, belts, engine tune-ups, hoses)
• Ensure customer equipment is properly maintained and running efficiently
• Travel to customer locations in a company service vehicle
• Interact with customers and provide reliable service

Requirements

• 1 or more years servicing electric and internal combustion lift trucks and construction equipment
• Self-motivation and assertive attitude
• Basic computer knowledge
• Ability to work under little or no supervision
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test

Pay

$24–30/hour (depending on experience)

Benefits

• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) Retirement Plans with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans)
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Online and Instructor-Led Training
• Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs
• Progressive Vacation Plans (80 hours first year, prorated for new hires; tiers based on seniority)
• 40 hours of Sick Leave
• 7 paid holidays each year

About the company

Pape’ Material Handling is a family-owned, fourth-generation company with over 160 locations, 4,000 employees, and 85+ years of experience. Known for stability, honesty, and integrity, Pape’ is a growth-oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within. The company offers robust training programs, mentoring, and an open-door policy where your voice will be heard. Pape’ maintains the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory.