Field Service Technician

At Riekes Equipment, we help businesses move and store products more efficiently—whether that’s with forklifts, automation, or warehouse design. For nearly 90 years, we’ve partnered with companies across industries to solve challenges that impact their productivity and profitability. We’re a Midwest-based team that values service, innovation, and strong community roots.

If you want to make a real impact and grow your career in a hands-on, solutions-driven environment, Riekes is the place.

Field Service Technician Duties:

• Perform planned maintenance of forklifts, pallet jacks, docks, balers, compactors, and other warehouse equipment. Follow manufacturer recommendations for fluid changes and other required periodic maintenance.
• Identify and recommend items in need of repair.
• Work safely, following all safety policies and procedures.
• Automotive, ICE, hydraulic or electrical troubleshooting and repair experience
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain forklifts, pallet jacks, docks, balers, compactors, and other warehouse and material handling equipment.
• Work safely, following all safety policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Annual Bonus
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off + Personal Time
• Referral program
• Short-term disability

Field Service Technician Requirements:

• Three or more years’ experience of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair is required. Previous experience diagnosing and repairing in the Material Handling, Automotive, Heavy Machinery, or Diesel industries is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to work one (1) week on-call every two (2) to four (4) months.
• Must be able to read and understand wiring and hydraulic diagrams.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Competently use mobile phone and personal computer.
• Pass drug screen and background check.
• Must have personal hand tools and multimeter.
• Valid Driver's License without recent major violations.