Forklift Technician 1

Location
BIS - Tupelo
Workplace
On-site
Employment
Full-time

About this role

Remote Type:

On-site

You belong at a company that treats you like an Owner!

Sammons Industrial is an employee-owned family of businesses dedicated to becoming the preferred single-source solution for industrial operations. Our company is made up of Briggs Industrial Solutions, Sammons Warehouse Solutions, and SitePro Rentals.

Join a team that takes care of you. Here are some ways we do that:

  • Competitive Pay and Performance-Based Bonuses

  • Earn retirement savings without any cost to you through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

  • 401(k)

  • Training and Tuition Reimbursement

  • Work/Life Balance

  • Paid Holidays and Time Off

  • Health and Wellness Benefits

  • Tool Benefits, PPE/Uniforms, Safety Boot Program

  • Life and Short Term Disability paid for by company

How You’ll Make a Difference

Our customers rely on their equipment to get the job done—and they rely on us to keep it running. You’ll diagnose issues, make quality repairs, and perform maintenance that helps customers stay safe and productive.

Along the way, you’ll continue building your technical skills through hands-on experience, training, and certifications. It’s meaningful work where you can see the difference you make every day.


What You’ll Do

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain material handling equipment, including engines, motors, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, steering, electrical, and lifting systems.
  • Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, component repairs and rebuilds, and basic welding while following manufacturer specifications and established safety procedures.
  • Keep accurate and timely service records, maintain the parts and supplies needed to complete your work, and keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.
  • Live our Safety First culture by following company practices and applicable DOT and OSHA requirements, participating in safety meetings, and completing required technical training and certifications.

What You’ll Bring

  • At least 1 year of forklift repair or related industry experience; mechanical or trade school training is preferred.
  • Mechanical aptitude, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills, along with strong communication and a commitment to providing great customer service.
  • A valid driver’s license and certification on at least 50% of the company product line; Hyster-Yale Maintenance Technician and Service Technician certifications are preferred.
  • The ability to regularly stand, walk, lift, twist, and bend; lift up to 75 pounds.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • Be part of a team where safety comes first, people look out for each other, and quality work matters.
  • Join a company with more than 130 years of history, stability, and experience—and help us keep building for the future.
  • Grow your skills through hands-on experience, technical training, and certifications while doing work customers depend on every day.

Job Details

Pay Type:

Hourly

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Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Performance-Based Bonuses
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 401(k)
  • Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health and Wellness Benefits
  • Tool Benefits
  • PPE/Uniforms
  • Safety Boot Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability