Field Service Technician

Careers at Crown

. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair Crown and other makes of lift trucks .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeBakersfield • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $34 - $37 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing lift trucks, with a strong understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems. Proficient in performing planned maintenance and providing exceptional customer service in the field.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Lift Truck RepairElectrical/Electronic Systems KnowledgeHydraulics ExpertiseTechnical DegreeCustomer Care Skills

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingDiagnosingRepairingPlanned MaintenanceReading SchematicsWelding ExperienceTesting Equipment KnowledgeMechanical AptitudeElectrical AptitudeInternal Combustion Engine Knowledge

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsCustomer Care SkillsAbility to Plan and Follow Through

Tools & Technologies

Common Hand ToolsElectrical ToolsAir ToolsTorchArc Welder

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Lift TrucksMaterial-Handling EquipmentService ManualsField Service Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair Crown and other makes of lift trucks
Perform assigned planned maintenance on customer lift trucks
Maintain a service van and its inventory
Process paperwork after completion of each job
Provide field service support to customers using lift truck and material-handling equipment expertise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Less than 2 years related experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
Good driving record
Ability to safely operate lift trucks
Good mechanical and electrical aptitudes
Knowledge of electrical/electronic systems, hydraulics, and internal combustion engines
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
Familiarity with common hand tools, electrical/air tools, torch, arc welder, and testing equipment
Ability to read and understand service manuals
Ability to plan and follow through
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Must not require current or future work-authorization sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan with a company contribution to each
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
401K Retirement Savings Plan with 100% company match of the first 4% contributed; immediately 100% vested in company matching contributions
Company paid Life and Disability Benefits
Optional supplemental term life insurance
Paid Parental Leave
9 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation accrued based on length of service and position
Paid Sick Leave
Birthday Pay for Non-Exempt employees
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year
Award-Winning Service Training
Company Vehicle for Field Service Technicians
Tool Insurance
40 Hours Per Week plus Overtime
Uniforms
Specialty Tools
Primarily 1st Shift
Career Advancement Opportunities
Competitive wages