Planned Maintenance Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic)

Career Opportunities with Lonestar Forklift 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 Planned Maintenance Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic) to join our Service team in Garland, Texas . Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to a variety of machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers. Responsibilities 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 1 to 2 years of heavy equipment repair experience in a related industry, such as heavy machinery or material handling equipment 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 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 The base pay range for this role is: $23.00 to $27.00 per hour, depending on experience. This is an onsite role based in Garland, Texas . 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ift