Technician 2 – Shop Technician

Sammons Industrial

. Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild forklifts and material handling equipment, including engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, steering, and lifting components .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeNew Braunfels • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong mechanical knowledge and problem-solving abilities in diagnosing and repairing forklifts and material handling equipment. Proficient in preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and maintaining organized service records.

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Forklift Repair ExperienceMechanical KnowledgeOSHA ComplianceBriggs Equipment CertificationWelding Experience

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Hard Skills

Diagnosing Technical ProblemsPreventive MaintenanceMajor Component RepairsUsing Precision Measuring ToolsBasic WeldingRepairing Electrical SystemsRepairing HydraulicsRepairing TransmissionsRepairing EnginesRepairing Lifting Components

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationAccountabilityCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

ForkliftsMaterial Handling EquipmentService Records Management

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDValid Driver's LicenseHyster-Yale Technician Certification

Industry Keywords

Safety StandardsDOT RequirementsTrade School TrainingFabrication Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild forklifts and material handling equipment, including engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, steering, and lifting components
Perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, major component repairs, and basic welding
Provide service at customer locations or in the shop
Maintain accurate service records, organized parts and tools, and a clean, safe company vehicle
Follow company safety standards and OSHA and DOT requirements
Complete ongoing technical training
Support a team culture built on safety, accountability, and helping one another succeed

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 3 years of forklift repair or related equipment experience
Strong mechanical knowledge and ability to diagnose and solve technical problems
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license
Certification on at least 65% of the Briggs Equipment product line
Experience using precision measuring tools
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Own tools
Comfortable traveling to customer sites, working in a shop environment, and participating in an on-call schedule as needed
Follow OSHA and DOT requirements
Trade school training and Hyster-Yale technician certifications are a plus
Welding or fabrication experience is 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