Forklift Technician

Job type:
Full-time, on-site

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Central Time

Hours:

40 working hours per week, with a one-hour lunch break each workday

TOPREGAL U.S. is an e-commerce supplier of warehouse equipment and material handling solutions, serving businesses from our Houston facility. Our products help customers equip and organize their operations, from racking and workbenches to electric forklifts, pallet jacks, and stackers.

TOPREGAL U.S. is seeking a mechanically skilled Forklift Technician to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electric forklifts and other material handling equipment. This position also supports warehouse operations, with a focus on safe equipment handling, accurate documentation, and timely completion of work.

• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues on electric forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, adjustments, and component replacements according to manufacturer instructions and company procedures.
• Use diagnostic equipment, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams to identify faults and verify repairs.
• Inspect batteries, charging systems, controls, and related components within the scope of assigned training.
• Document inspections, troubleshooting findings, repairs, and parts used in the company ERP system.
• Identify unsafe equipment conditions and report issues requiring further evaluation.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow established safety procedures.
• Support receiving, shipping, order preparation, inventory organization, and product staging as needed.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment after completing required training and company authorization.
• Coordinate with team members to complete repairs and prepare customer orders on schedule.

• At least one year of hands-on experience in equipment repair, mechanical maintenance, or a related technical field.
• Mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with basic electrical systems and safe use of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and established maintenance procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and accurate recordkeeping.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn the company ERP system.
• Ability to communicate repair findings and work independently or with a team.
• Dependable work habits and a commitment to safe work practices.

• Experience servicing electric forklifts, pallet jacks, stackers, or similar equipment.
• Experience diagnosing battery, charging, motor, controller, or hydraulic system issues.
• Technical training in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or equipment repair.
• Previous forklift operator training and warehouse experience.

• Work in a warehouse and equipment service environment, with regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional kneeling.
• Occasionally lift and carry parts, tools, and packages weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to inspect, assemble, maintain, and repair equipment.
• Use company-provided forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and appropriate lifting aids to move heavy or bulky products.
• Use mechanical assistance or appropriate team lifting when an item’s size, shape, or handling position requires additional support.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation, benefits, and reporting relationships will be…