Shop Technician

2 weeks ago

Garland, TX, United States Venturis Capital Full time
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.

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