Senior Forklift Field Service Technician | Heavy Equipment Mechanic
MadisonOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
A senior-level field service technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains material handling equipment such as forklifts and heavy machinery at customer sites across the Charlotte market.
About this role
Senior Forklift Field Service Technician | Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Madison, AL | Company Service Truck | Technician Incentives
If you're the kind of technician everyone calls when the tough jobs come in...
...keep reading.
You're the person who enjoys solving problems others can't.
You take pride in diagnosing complex electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and engine issues.
You enjoy working independently, taking care of customers, and fixing equipment the right way—not the fastest way.
You enjoy working independently, taking care of customers, and fixing equipment the right way—not the fastest way.
If that sounds like you...
WMH Solutions wants to meet you.
We're looking for an experienced Senior Forklift Field Service Technician to join our growing service team supporting customers throughout the Charlotte market.
Whether your experience comes from forklifts, heavy equipment, construction equipment, diesel trucks, agricultural equipment, cranes, aerial lifts, industrial machinery, fleet maintenance, military equipment, or mobile hydraulics, we'd love to talk with you.
Previous forklift experience is a plus—but it's not required.
We invest heavily in OEM training through Linde Material Handling, advanced diagnostics, and long-term career development.
WHY TECHNICIANS CHOOSE WMH
Here's what makes us different.
✅ Technician Incentives
✅ Company Service Truck
✅ Fuel Card
✅ Company Uniforms
✅ Tool Allowance
✅ Safety Boot Allowance
✅ Cell Phone Allowance
✅ Paid OEM Factory Training (Linde Material Handling)
✅ Laptop Diagnostic Software
✅ Monthly Technical Training
✅ Excellent Medical, Dental & Vision
✅ 401(k) with Company Match
✅ Profit Sharing
✅ Paid Holidays
✅ Paid Time Off
✅ Short & Long-Term Disability
✅ Company Paid Life Insurance
✅ Stable Year-Round Work
✅ Opportunities for Advancement
ABOUT WMH SOLUTIONS
For more than 35 years, WMH Solutions has helped companies across the Southeast keep their operations moving.
Today, our team of 250+ associates supports customers throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Georgia, and Alabama with:
- Material Handling Equipment
- Forklifts
- Warehouse Solutions
- Fleet Management
- Automation
- Rentals
- Parts
- Service
As the exclusive Linde Material Handling dealer throughout our territory, we're investing heavily in technology, training, and our people.
Key Responsibilities
Every day is different.
You'll spend your time diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and servicing customer equipment throughout your assigned territory.
Responsibilities include:
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and fuel systems
- Diagnose engine and transmission issues
- Perform preventative maintenance
- Complete scheduled service calls
- Repair forklifts and material handling equipment
- Inspect customer equipment
- Perform warranty repairs
- Complete accurate service documentation
- Communicate directly with customers
- Recommend additional repairs and maintenance
- Maintain your service truck inventory
- Represent WMH professionally at customer locations
WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
You'll service equipment including:
- Electric Forklifts
- Internal Combustion Forklifts
- Reach Trucks
- Order Pickers
- Pallet Jacks
- Stackers
- Tow Tractors
- Warehouse Equipment
- Industrial Batteries
- Charging Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Industrial Engines
- Transmission Systems
- Electrical Systems
- PLC Controlled Equipment
- Material Handling Equipment
TRANSFERABLE EXPERIENCE WELCOME
You do not need previous forklift experience to be successful.
Many of our best technicians have backgrounds in:
✔ Heavy Equipment
✔ Construction Equipment
✔ Diesel Engines
✔ Agricultural Equipment
✔ Utility Equipment
✔ Fleet Maintenance
✔ Truck Repair
✔ Industrial Machinery
✔ Manufacturing Maintenance
✔ Mobile Equipment
✔ Military Equipment
✔ Crane Service
✔ Hydraulic Systems
✔ Compressors
✔ Generators
If you enjoy diagnosing equipment and solving technical problems, we'd love to hear from you.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
We're looking for someone who:
✔ Enjoys solving complex mechanical problems
✔ Works independently
✔ Takes pride in quality workmanship
✔ Provides excellent customer service
✔ Values safety
✔ Wants long-term career growth
Preferred qualifications include:
- 5+ years of technician or mechanic experience
- Strong hydraulic troubleshooting
- Electrical diagnostics
- Diesel or LP engine experience
- Mechanical aptitude
- Clean driving record
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds
- Valid driver's license
Benefits
Our best technicians are known for:
- Fixing equipment right the first time
- Building trusted customer relationships
- Solving difficult problems
- Working safely
- Supporting teammates
- Taking pride in their work
- Continuing to learn
WHY THIS ROLE IS DIFFERENT
This isn't just another technician position.
It's an opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing material handling organizations in the Southeast, receive factory training from one of the world's premier equipment manufacturers, and build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people.
At WMH Solutions, technicians aren't viewed as overhead.
They're the backbone of our business.
APPLY TODAY
If you're an experienced technician looking for a company that values your expertise, invests in your growth, and provides the tools you need to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and discover why experienced technicians are building their careers with WMH Solutions.
Skills
Electrical DiagnosticsEngine DiagnosticsFleet MaintenanceForklift ServiceHeavy Equipment ServiceHydraulic SystemsIndustrial BatteriesMechanical DiagnosticsPLC-controlled EquipmentTransmission Systems
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