Field Forklift Mechanic/ Service Technician at Crown Equipment

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical aptitude, Troubleshooting, Customer service, Communication, Preventative maintenance, Repair, Safety compliance, Inventory management, Field service, Technical documentation, Problem solving, Teamwork

Industry

Truck Transportation

Description

As a Crown Technician, you’ll deliver exceptional customer service while performing scheduled maintenance, safety checks and repairs on industry leading material handling equipment. We’ll equip you with comprehensive training to build valuable new skills and set you up for long-term success. Enjoy clear pathways for career advancement, competitive hourly rates, attractive incentives, and excellent overtime opportunities. What you’ll do Deliver customer-focused scheduled maintenance and respond swiftly to breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum satisfaction. Leverage field-based mobile technology to manage your daily schedule efficiently and stay connected in the field. Maintain accurate inventory records for your company-provided service van and customer sites, delivering a professional, reliable service. Build expertise by working with Australia’s top-tier customer base and solving complex challenges. Join the nation’s leading forklift service provider, Australia’s largest and most trusted name in the industry. Kickstart your career with an intensive 8-week onboarding program and ongoing industry-leading training. Perform both planned and reactive maintenance to keep equipment running at peak performance. Ensure compliance and professionalism by accurately maintaining all service records for work completed. Why Crown Equipment? Join one of the world’s biggest family-owned forklift brands and earn top industry rates as a Service Technician! Changing careers from electrical or building trades? Apply now—our training makes your transition easy! Get fully prepared with our industry-leading induction program. We supply all uniforms, jackets, hats, beanies, and PPE—no extra cost to you. Enjoy a fully equipped service van or weekly tool allowance. Full-time role with plenty of overtime opportunities. Boost your income with our industry-leading incentive programs. Stay safe and get rewarded with our Safety Recognition Program. Advance your career into management, engineering, or other internal roles. Receive ongoing specialist training from industry-leading professionals. How you can apply Submit your Resume and Cover letter (as 1 document) with details about your work experience and qualifications via the ‘Apply Now’ button. Requirements Bring your mechanical aptitude, strong troubleshooting skills, and ability to work both independently and in a team. Great communication and customer service skills are a must. Prior experience as a forklift mechanic or service technician is highly regarded, but not essential. What sets us apart? Crown’s history began when two brothers founded the Company in New Bremen, Ohio (USA) in 1945. Today, the fourth generation of the very same family continues to lead Crown in all of its operations across the globe. Being a family-owned and run business is evidenced by more than 200 employees reaching service milestones in our 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 year categories in Australia alone, with more than 2,000 employees reaching a 25 year service milestone globally. As a Company we want to continue to support our employees to be the best versions of themselves and that’s why, as a Crown employee you get to enjoy: A benefits program which gives you access to discounts and cashback from over 400+ retailers nation wide. Access to a health and wellbeing platform which supports your Mental, Physical and Financial goals. Corporate Rates for Private Health Insurance. An inclusive working environment. An Employee Assistance Program for confidential counselling with chat, phone and face to face counselling options. The Company Crown Equipment is a well-respected global Materials Handling Equipment company which has enjoyed 50 years of success in the Australian market. The Company has operations in all Australian States and territories as well as many regional locations. The Company Brand is well known and respected in the marketplace and is supported by a customer value proposition based on highly skilled staff, quality products, strong service and parts back-up and leading edge technology. Come join a team of over 500 technicians Australia wide today!

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled maintenance, safety checks, and repairs on material handling equipment at customer sites. Manage daily schedules using mobile technology and maintain accurate inventory records for the service van.