Field Service Technician - Forklifts of Michigan

Forklifts of Michigan is looking for Full Time Field Service Technicians at our Grand Rapids location located at 7410 Expressway Drive SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548.  If you have wrenching experience and strong mechanical knowledge, either on vehicles or any other equipment – this position is for you! Compensation rate is based on experience level, ranging from $23-25/hour. 

Monday-Friday, first shift hours, and works 40 hours a week with opportunity for overtime.  

This position would require a valid, good-standing driver’s license. Forklifts of Michigan has a strict drug-free policy and any position with the company would require a pre-employment drug screen, as well as a physical exam, and a background check. 

Our Service Technicians Qualifications are: 

• Have a Strong Mechanical Aptitude and Abilities 

• Have 2+ Years Mechanical Repair and Maintenance Experience 

• Have Excellent Communication Skills 

• Enjoy Independent Work 

• Utilize Technology such as a Laptop or Tablet 

• Have a Valid Driver’s License  

• Meet Minimum Tool Requirement 

• Ability to lift 50-75 pounds due to Lift and Move Functions 

A Field Service Technician travels locally to customers, using a company van, to complete needed repairs on a wide variety of products with an emphasis on forklifts. 
 

Essential Functions: 

• Diagnose and Repair Equipment Breakdowns 

• Communicate any Needed Repairs  

• Complete Work Orders in a Timely Manner 

• Coordinate with Parts and Service Department Daily 

• Keep Work Van Clean and Stocked with Supplies 

• Interacts with Customers in a Professional Manner 

• Comply with all Safety Procedures within FOM’s Guidelines 

• Consistently and Reliably attend Shift Ready to Work 

• Perform any Other Duties as Assigned 
   

Our Field Service Technicians Enjoy These Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 

• Flexible Spending Account – Medical and Dependent Care 

• 401K Plan with Company Match (Begins After 90 days of Employment) 

• Company Paid Life Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance Options 

• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Benefits, Voluntary Long-Term Disability Benefits 

• Paid Holidays  

• Generous Paid Time Off Schedule (Begins After 90 Days of Employment) 

• Opportunities for Compensation Advancement 

• Tool Insurance 

• Boot Reimbursement up to $150 

• Provided Uniforms 

• Training Opportunities: Mentoring, Job Shadow, In-Person Training and E-Learning 

• Wellness Resources and More! 

• Benefits Start Day One!  
   

About Forklifts of Michigan: 

As a premier material handling distributor in West Michigan, Forklifts of Michigan focuses on providing its customers with application-based solutions and exceptional customer service. Our trained staff has the industry knowledge to help customers with a wide range of material handling and equipment needs, from forklifts to racking, floor cleaning, personnel carriers, and much more. Forklifts of Michigan is associated with Morrison Industries.