Field Service Technician

HTX Material Handling

Service Technician responsible for performing maintenance and repairs on forklifts and material handling equipment. Join HTX Material Handling, a growing distributor in the Houston market.

Posted 7/5/2026full-timeCarrollton • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform planned maintenance, breakdown repairs, and troubleshooting on various models of Linde, Baoli and competitive brands of forklifts and material handling equipment
Read and understand electrical and hydraulic system schematics
Repair or replace major system components, including electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, LPG systems, power steering, transmissions, and engines with limited supervision
Properly identify and order all necessary replacement parts
Troubleshoot and diagnose most truck components
Perform engine tune-ups on most makes of equipment without supervision
Perform proper PM’s in a timely manner
Troubleshoot and diagnose most complex electrical systems on internal combustion (IC) and electric trucks
Be able to use all special tools properly, and maintain and properly use the normal tools of the trade
Operate service van in a clean, safe and secure manner following all required safety rules for the job
Assist with training/mentoring apprentice mechanics through on-the-job training
Follow all safety procedures in performing work as well as company policies, and at customer's sites
Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, properly and respectfully representing the company at all times while on the job
Work across the entire HTX Material Handling footprint to do the right thing for all customers
Perform other duties as required or assigned by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma / G.E.D / Other Technical training
Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in repair and maintenance on industrial equipment and/or machines
Valid Driver’s License (possess and maintain during employment), good driving record
Demonstrated ability to repair equipment per skill level
Basic Computer knowledge including use of Personal Computers, Tablets, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Must be fluent in English
Understanding of Spanish will be considered a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% paid Health Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision)
Life Insurance
Paid holidays
Apple iPads and touch screen Laptops issued
Industry leading Manufacturer Training towards certification
Company Vehicle for Techs
Tools Insurance
40 hour work week + Overtime
Uniforms
Safety boots allowance
Cell Phone allowance
Specialty tools
Career Advancement opportunities
Unique work environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

Planned MaintenanceBreakdown RepairsEngine Tune-UpsComponent DiagnosisParts Identification

Soft Skills

MentoringCommunication

Certifications

High School DiplomaG.E.D.