Field and Shop Forklift Technician

Job overview

The Field and Shop Forklift Technician role is full-time and onsite in Chicago, IL. The posting lists pay of $23–$35 per hour. Atlas First Access is an authorized Toyota Forklift Dealer providing equipment service and material-handling solutions. The technician diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains lift trucks and other material-handling equipment. The role performs preventive maintenance, completes repair assignments, maintains tools and a safe work area, and participates in safety inspections and training; field positions require regular travel within an assigned territory.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair Toyota and other makes of lift trucks and heavy-duty material-handling equipment
• perform preventive maintenance to manufacturer specifications
• maintain product knowledge and technician tools
• complete service assignments promptly
• keep work areas clean and safe
• participate in safety inspections and toolbox talks.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

forklift technician

field technician

shop technician

material handling equipment

equipment repair

preventive maintenance

chicago il

atlas first access

$23–$35/hr

monday–friday

daytime schedule

no weekends

service van

paid vacation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid vacation and time off
• union-provided benefits and pension
• field technicians receive a company service van and fuel card
• uniforms and laundry service.

Why this role

The employer provides hands-on training, manufacturer certifications, and ongoing professional development; the posting states Monday–Friday daytime hours with no weekends.

About the employer

Atlas First Access is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.