Technician 1

Sammons Industrial

. Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair forklifts and other material handling equipment, including engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, and transmissions .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeNew Braunfels • Texas • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills in diagnosing and repairing forklifts and material handling equipment. Capable of performing preventive maintenance, inspections, and component repairs while adhering to safety procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Forklift Repair ExperienceMechanical AptitudeTroubleshooting SkillsMaterial Handling Equipment KnowledgeHyster-Yale Certifications

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Hard Skills

Diagnosing ForkliftsRepairing EnginesHydraulic Systems MaintenanceElectrical Systems RepairBrake Systems RepairTransmission RepairPreventive MaintenanceBasic WeldingService DocumentationParts Management

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceTeam ParticipationSafety Awareness

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseTrade School EducationHyster-Yale Certifications

Industry Keywords

Material Handling EquipmentEquipment InspectionsOn-Call SchedulePhysical Work Capability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair forklifts and other material handling equipment, including engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, and transmissions
Perform equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, component repairs, and basic welding
Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area
Manage parts and supplies
Complete service documentation accurately and on time
Deliver dependable customer service
Participate in safety meetings
Build technical skills through hands-on experience and training

Requirements

What you’ll need

A high school diploma or GED
At least 1 year of forklift repair or related mechanical experience
A valid driver’s license
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of material handling equipment and its systems
Certifications on at least 50% of the company’s product line
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical work
Ability to participate in an on-call schedule as needed
Trade school education and Hyster-Yale certifications are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay and Performance-Based Bonuses
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k)
Training and Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Health and Wellness Benefits
Tool Benefits, PPE/Uniforms, Safety Boot Program
Life and Short Term Disability paid for by company
Ongoing training and certification opportunities