Lift Truck Service Technician III

Job Title

Lift Truck Service Technician III at Total Industries

As a Service Technician, you’ll diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical, electronic, gas/diesel, and hydraulic material handling equipment. Your work will address the root problem, not just symptoms. You’ll also identify additional safety or mechanical issues during service, submit daily quotes, and complete work orders. If assigned a field territory, you must be able to park a company vehicle at your residence and travel to customer locations;

a solid DMV record is required.

Your day‑to‑day activities will be assigned by a Service Advisor and include:

• Performing periodic, routine maintenance services, safety inspections, and repairs on lift trucks and other industrial equipment.
• Working safely and efficiently, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Communicating clearly with customers and colleagues through written and verbal reports.
• Ensuring all repairs are complete and documented before closing a work order.

• At least six months’ experience working on engines and other equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Proven diagnosis and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Self‑sufficient, safe work habits under pressure.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to concentrate on tasks for extended periods.
• Alignment with company values.
• Experience using a computer tablet, typing, and photography.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams) and other dealer applications.
• Valid motor vehicle and equipment driving record to travel to customer sites.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance; availability for overtime and weekends.
• Qualified DMV record, background check, and drug screening.

• ASE certifications.
• Master Certified Technician (non‑Toyota).
• Technical school certificate of completion.

• Union membership with Automotive Industries.
• 90‑100% coverage of healthcare benefits (
  Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser PPO
  , Delta Dental plus orthodontics
  , VSP Vision
  ).
• Life insurance and burial benefits.
• Supplemental short‑term disability income.
• Guaranteed 40‑hour work week in most locations.
• Auto‑enrollment in Union Pension and access to a 401(k).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Uprise.
• Annual reimbursement for work boots and prescription safety glasses.

• Move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, turn, push, pull, squat, and remain balanced for extended periods.
• Reach above and below the shoulder; repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Operate tools and controls with fine hand and foot movements, including driving forklifts and other industrial equipment.
• Work in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Use a tablet as a work tool; fine hand movements required for data entry.
• Lift 50 lbs without assistance and 100 lbs with assistance or a lifting device.
• Occasional stoops, kneels, and crouches; work safely at heights with ladders and elevated platforms.
• Noise level varies by worksite.

Note:

This job description is not exhaustive; duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

The policy of RJMS Corporation is to hire, train, and promote all persons in all job groups in accordance with the law, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital or military status, national origin, gender identity, presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.

RJMS CORPORATION is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.