Field Service Technician - Forklift and Automation - Providence, RI

Company: Abel Womack, Inc.
Location: Providence
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

Field Service Technician - Forklift and AutomationProvidence, RI and surrounding areaJOIN A GROWING COMPANY WITH 100 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE!Do you have prior experience working as a forklift technician, or have skills similar to an auto mechanic, diesel, marine, aviation, conveyor or heavy equipment technician? Want to learn to work on electric vehicles and automated equipment? Do you seek independent work, but need backup and support from a talented team of experts when things get challenging? If so, we have been looking for you!Abel Womack is celebrating 100 years of success. We've learned that great culture attracts great talent, and ensures success for our customers, so we work hard to make sure this is the place where you WANT to work. We offer competitive pay, big-company benefits, but a small team structure that ensures you never feel like a "number" and can be successful in reaching your goals. We're proud of the culture we've built - half of our employees have been here 10 years or more!Our Field Service Technicians install, maintain and repair Raymond battery-powered lift trucks, warehouse storage systems, conveyors, carousels, and other automated material handling equipment. You'll have a company-issued vehicle, plenty of training, well-supported independence in your territory, and since we're a well-established industry leader, an opportunity to build a great career!Daily Duties:Travel within an established territory to perform Installation, maintenance and repair of Raymond battery-powered lift trucks, warehouse storage systems, conveyors, carousels, and other automated material handling equipment.Communicate directly with customers to identify and resolve their warehouse equipment challengesDemonstrated mechanical and technical talent will lead to further development of skills and greater variety of equipment trainingRequirements:Ability to effectively evaluate mechanical and/or electrical equipment, recommend and perform appropriate, cost-effective, quality repairs and maintenance, requiredWorking knowledge of electrical fuel systems, sensor technology, hydraulics, PLC's and/or charging systems, a plusMust be able to read schematics, maps, blueprints and manualsAbility to communicate regularly by phone and in person with team members, parts representatives, technical specialists, dispatch, lead service techs, and customers, requiredMust exhibit a professional demeanor and promote goodwill between the Company and customers by providing excellent customer service.Ability to submit electronic work orders efficiently and accurately using company- provided tablet, requiredMust own a set of basic mechanic's tools. Specialty tools will be provided.Valid driver's license with good driving record, required.Must be able to lift heavy mechanical components (50 lbs.) on a regular basisMust be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug/alcohol screeningReasons you'll love this job:Straight, competitive hourly pay - no flat rate!Overtime generally availableTechnicians work independently but have the support of a team for challenging repairsTechnicians travel within a defined territory in a company provided service vanNationally recognized technical training and certifications are availableAffordable and comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision plans401k with company matchTo learn more about our culture, benefits and other important details about what it's like to work at Abel Womack, click here: www.abelwomack.com\careersABEL WOMACK, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity EmployerVeterans encouraged to apply

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