Become a WORKSHOP Forklift Mechanic/Service Technician

About the Job

• No qualifications necessary
• 4-8 week training program
• Mechanically minded essential
• Laundered uniforms and tool kit provided
• $40- $42 per hour plus super, dependent on experience

Ready to make a real move in your life and career? If you enjoy working with your hands, fixing equipment and solving problems, this could be your next big opportunity. At Crown Equipment our technicians are the backbone of what we do. You will be trusted, trained and rewarded as you build a long-term career with one of the worlds most respected, family-owned forklift and handling brands. Whether you are just starting out, a qualified mechanic or an experienced technician, we will equip you with the skills, support and career pathways to succeed.

As a Crown Field Service Technician, you will enjoy variety, autonomy and daily problem solving as you:

• Complete a 4-8 week industry leading training program
• Carry out scheduled servicing, safety checks and repairs of equipment
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance
• Accurately maintain important service records of work performed by you
• Be part of the service team and provide high level customer service to help our customers solve their material handling needs
• Join the leading forklift service business in Australia

All while being supported by an experienced team. Your role will play a significant part in the company's growth and overall success by delivering quality service.

What we are looking for:

• Mechanical aptitude, you enjoy fixing things
• Ability to work independently while being part of a supportive team
• Reliable and on time with a positive attitude
• Auto mechanic experience highly regarded but not essential

What sets us apart?

Crown’s history began when two brothers founded the Company in New Bremen, Ohio (USA) in 1945. Today, the fourth generation of the very same family continues to lead Crown in all of its operations across the globe. Being a family-owned and run business is evidenced by more than 200 employees reaching service milestones in our 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 year categories in Australia alone, with more than 2,000 employees reaching a 25 year service milestone globally. 

As a Company we want to continue to support our employees to be the best versions of themselves and that’s why, as a Crown employee you get to enjoy:

• A benefits program which gives you access to discounts and cashback from over 400+ retailers nation wide.
• Access to a health and wellbeing platform which supports your Mental, Physical and Financial goals.
• Corporate Rates for Private Health Insurance.
• An inclusive working environment.
• An Employee Assistance Program for confidential counselling with chat, phone and face to face counselling options.

The Company

Crown Equipment is a well-respected global Materials Handling Equipment company which has enjoyed 50 years of success in the Australian market. The Company has operations in all Australian States and territories as well as many regional locations. The Company Brand is well known and respected in the marketplace and is supported by a customer value proposition based on highly skilled staff, quality products, strong service and parts back-up and leading-edge technology.