Preventative Maintenance Technician

Lonestar Forklift is a well-established and customer-focused material handling equipment dealership with 25 years of success and eight locations throughout Texas. We offer new equipment, used equipment, rentals, service, parts, fleet management, and training for our customers, providing comprehensive solutions for unique business needs.

Lonestar is now an integral entity within the Venturis group of companies, representing an extensive and integrated network of rapidly growing businesses, including over 60 branches and 1300+ employees. Venturis strategically invests in visionary and values-driven organizations operating throughout North America, with expertise in acquiring and managing leading material handling equipment dealerships supporting the construction, industrial, forestry, mining, and agricultural markets, among others.

In addition to our expanding dealership network, our portfolio includes complementary companies providing financing, freight and logistics, parts manufacturing, industrial parts supply, component rebuilding, training solutions, and marketing.

With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and entrepreneurial work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work.  

The Opportunity

Lonestar Forklift is looking for a Preventative Maintenance Technician to join our team in Garland, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

As the Preventative Maintenance Technician for Lonestar, your key responsibilities will include:  

• Perform planned maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment for customers
• Conduct tasks assigned from the Dispatcher, maintaining communication and providing updates as needed
• Actively communicate with the Parts department via phone or email to ensure required parts are ordered
• Maintain proper documentation as needed

Required Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:  

• Previous experience in a related industry
• Valid Driver’s license
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with external customers and internal stakeholders
• Ability to travel to customer sites within the local region
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude

Benefits & Perks

Lonestar Forklift is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees:  

• Company-matched 401K contributions 
• Comprehensive medical, vision, life, dental benefits 
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities 
• Certified Training Programs

This is an onsite role based in Garland, Texas.

Lonestar Forklift would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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