Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive)

Job Description

Job Description

Lonestar Forklift is a customer-focused material handling equipment dealership with over 30 years of proven success and numerous branch locations across Texas. Lonestar Forklift offers new equipment, used equipment, rentals, service, parts, fleet management, and training for our customers, providing comprehensive and tailored solutions for unique business needs.

With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and entrepreneurial work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work. Lonestar Forklift is an integral entity of Leavitt Industrial Group.

The Opportunity

Lonestar Forklift is looking for a mechanically inclined Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive Mechanic) to join our team in Garland, Texas . As the Shop Technician, you will be responsible for completing a variety of heavy equipment repair tasks required by our loyal customers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

As the Shop Technician your key responsibilities will include :

Performing mechanical maintenance on a variety of material handling equipment and machinery

Diagnosing and completing equipment repairs in a timely manner, providing a variety of repair options that best meet customer needs

Tracking parts for ongoing service jobs

Completing work order forms

Communicating with the Shop Coordinator, Shop Lead, Service Manager, and Technical Support Center regarding service jobs and repair needs

Proactively identifying maintenance and repair opportunities for equipment

Following established warranty processes

Required Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies :

3 to 5 years of heavy equipment or automotive repair experience in a related industry

Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing and servicing electric engines is a strong asset

Previous aerial platform and lift truck experience an asset

Strong communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with external customers and internal stakeholders

Excellent problem-solving skills and strong aptitude for learning and applying mechanical and technical concepts

Strong work ethic and a positive attitude

High school diploma

Valid driver’s license

Benefits & Perks

Lonestar Forklift is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees :

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental benefits for you and your dependents

Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability – 100% employer paid

Employee assistance programs

401K matching

Ongoing professional development opportunities

This is an onsite role based in Garland, Texas .

The base pay range for this role is : $27.00 to $33.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Lonestar Forklift would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

#LonestarForklift