• Bedford Park, IL
  • $23–$35 Per Hour
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Job Description

Description:

We are currently hiring full-time Field and Shop Forklift Technicians. Forklift experience is preferred, but automotive, diesel, farm equipment, heavy equipment, and industrial mechanics are encouraged to apply. Atlas First Access provides hands-on training, manufacturer certifications, and ongoing professional development to help technicians build successful careers in the material handling industry.


Atlas First Access, part of the Atlas Companies, is an authorized Toyota Forklift Dealer committed to providing quality service, premium equipment, and innovative solutions for companies of all sizes.


Why You’ll Love Working at Atlas:

  • A Strong, People-First Culture: At Atlas, we believe a strong commitment to excellence, our people, our core values, and professional development opportunities are what make our company great. We also enjoy bringing our teams together through events such as food trucks, BBQ’s, holiday parties, celebration lunches, and sporting events. 
  • Personal & Family Balance: We value personal/family time and are proud to offer a Monday-Friday, daytime schedule with no weekends. Overtime is generally available for our technicians. 
  • Rest and Relaxation: Paid vacation and other time off.
  • Health Benefits: Benefits and pension plan provided by the Local 701 Automobile Mechanics Union.
  • Company Provided Service Van: Field Technicians receive a company-provided service van and fuel card. The van goes home with you each evening. 
  • Company Provided Uniforms: We provide uniforms for our technicians, along with a laundry service to keep them clean and ready for the job. 

What You’ll Do Day-to-Day: 

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair Toyota and other makes of lift trucks and heavy-duty material handling equipment. 
  • Perform preventative maintenance per manufacture specifications.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all products sold and serviced by Atlas.
  • Maintain personal technician tools and equipment for safe and efficient daily operations.
  • Complete service repair assignments in timely manner.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to all safety guidelines.
  • Participate in monthly safety inspections and toolbox talks to promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with company safety standards and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

What You’ll Need to Succeed: 

  • Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to maintain a good driving record.  
  • Strong mechanical, electrical, and equipment repair skills.
  • Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial or automotive equipment.
  • A willingness to learn and participate in ongoing training.
  • The ability to manage time and attendance. We are looking for self-motivated individuals who can work with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  • This position requires but is not limited to standing, bending, crouching, twisting, pulling, pushing, and lifting to 80 lbs., routinely 20-50 lbs.
  • Field Technician Positions: Regular travel within an assigned territory is required; the ability to operate a motor vehicle is necessary for this role. 


Atlas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (veterans and individuals with disabilities included) and Drug Free Workplace. Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market considerations, and geographic location.


Compensation details: 23-35 Hourly Wage



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Numbers & Facts

LocationBedford Park, IL
Salary$23–$35 Per Hour

Skills

  • Agricultural Equipmentunmatched
  • Authorized Dealerunmatched
  • Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
  • Heavy Liftingunmatched
  • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Laundryunmatched
  • Lift/Move 80 Poundsunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • On Site Supportunmatched
  • Operationsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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