Forklift Service Technician

Moorhead, Minnesota

Salary Details: $36.00 an hour

Fairchild Equipment
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Tired of working with outdated equipment and limited growth opportunities? Step into a role where you can earn up to $36 an hour, while receiving a well-rounded benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Join a company that continues to expand and grow; while providing a hands-on training program helping you develop and build your career and skills.

Fairchild Equipment, a leading provider of material handling solutions established in 1985, is seeking a Forklift Service Technician to join their team in Moorhead, MN.

If you have at least one year of mechanical experience, Fairchild Equipment wants to hear from you.

Why the Best Technicians Join the Fairchild Equipment Team:

  • Excellent Pay: Earn up to $36 an hour, with competitive wages that reflect your skills and experience-helping you build financial stability and enjoy the things that matter most.
  • Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy a well-rounded benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid uniforms and safety gear, an annual tool incentive, generous PTO, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, paid training, a wellness program, and company-paid short- and long-term disability.
  • Growing Company: Established in 1985, Fairchild Equipment continues to expand across North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Northern Illinois, and Michigan-offering stability, growth opportunities, and a strong future for your career.
  • Career Development: Fairchild Equipment's training program provides comprehensive product certification in all areas of material handling equipment. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and grow with a dynamic, supportive team, this is the place for you.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Accepts repair orders as assigned by Service Manager, Service Dispatch or assigned person.
  • Coordinate with Service office staff in communicating necessary repairs to customer and obtains approvals.
  • Reads work orders, observes and listens to truck in operation to determine/diagnose malfunction or problem(s).
  • Provides estimates when appropriate.
  • Repair, service, recondition or assemble equipment as approved by the customer/Service Manager.
  • Obtains necessary parts working cooperatively with Parts department staff.
  • Makes mechanical repairs to equipment after a complete inspection and analysis of breakdown has been completed.
  • Records complete repair description on work order, including correct model and serial number of equipment and records hour meter reading.
  • Obtains signature from customer and communicates with them on repair needs or work that was completed.
  • Examines protective guards, loose bolts, specified safety devices on truck and makes adjustments.
  • Lubricates moving parts and drives repaired truck to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Maintains professional image of self and cleanliness of van (externally and internally) at all times.
  • Maintains and operates shop equipment and tools.
  • Completes service forms and submit directly to Service department daily via work tablet.

About the Company:

Fairchild Equipment is a leading provider of material handling solutions, proudly serving the Midwest with locations across Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Northern Illinois, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Founded in 1985, this family-owned business has grown from a small team to over 325 employees, offering a full suite of services including equipment sales, rentals, service, parts, training, and warehouse systems. Representing top-tier brands like Hyster, Yale, and JCB, Fairchild Equipment is known for its customer-focused approach, commitment to safety, and strong community values.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Date Posted: 25 May 2025
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