Mechanic - Auto / Diesel / Forklift Technician

Job Duties

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair Crown and all other makes of lift trucks.
• Perform all assigned planned maintenance on customer lift trucks.
• Maintain a service van and its inventory.
• Process paperwork after completion of each job.

  Qualifications

  • Less than 2 years related experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to safely operate lift trucks.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Good mechanical and electrical aptitudes, knowledge of electrical/electronic systems and hydraulics and internal combustion engines, and the ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics.
  • Good written/verbal communication and customer care skills.
  • Technical degree, previous lift truck repair, welding experience, and knowledge of various types of testing equipment preferred.
  • Familiar with tools and equipment such as common hand tools, electrical/air tools, torch, arc welder and various types of testing equipment.
  • Industry related training is preferred.
  • Able to read and understand service manuals, plan, and follow-through Work Authorization.

  Compensation and Benefits

  • Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees.
  • Current benefits being offered include:
  • Competitive Wages. The anticipated starting pay range for the position is $23 to $28 per hour; however, skills and related experience will be taken into consideration,
  • Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan with a company contribution to each,
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts,
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan: Crown matches 100% of the first 4% of your eligible pay you contribute to the plan. You are always 100% vested in the company matching contributions.
  • Company paid Life and Disability Benefits as well as optional supplemental term life insurance offerings,
  • Paid Parental Leave,
  • 9 Paid Holidays,
  • Paid Vacation accrued at a rate based on length of service and position,
  • 24 Hours of Personal Leave or 40 hours of City of Chicago Paid Sick Leave depending on territory,
  • Birthday Pay for Non-Exempt employees,
  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.
  • Crown Also Offers Service Technicians Award-Winning Service Training
  • Company Vehicle for Field Service Technicians
  • Tool Insurance
  • No Flat Rate
  • 40 Hours Per Week plus Overtime
  • Uniforms
  • Specialty Tools
  • Primarily 1st Shift
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • EEO
  • Veterans/Disabilities
  • Nearest Major Market: Chicago