Equipment Shop Mechanic Driver

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Lafayette, LA - Needing a combo shop Technician/Mechanic who can drive a haul truck with air brakes. A CDL-A license is also required.

Take advantage of a career opportunity that offers industry-leading pay, including a generous sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. This is your opportunity to join a technician team with a nationally recognized Hyster -Yale Dealership. We provide factory training and certification programs, advancement opportunities, and a great work environment.

Excellent Pay and Benefits Package

Deep South Equipment currently has positions available for skilled shop forklift/heavy equipment technicians with mechanical aptitude and industry experience to join their team. Prior forklift, Heavy equipment, or automotive background will fit well in this position.

Work for the best and work on the best equipment.

This is an exciting career where you will be able to take advantage of advancement opportunities as well as ongoing training in a professional work environment where you will be recognized and rewarded for a job well done.

Some of the benefits of this opportunity are:

• Competitive compensation and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, 2 weeks of paid vacation, and uniforms.
• Technician commission program- the opportunity to add more to your income by using your customer service skills and technical expertise to recommend and sell additional products and services to benefit the customer.
• Electrical experience on lift trucks or industrial equipment is a plus. A technical degree in a related field is preferred but not required.

Summary: Diagnose and repair forklifts and material handling equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze and Diagnose (troubleshoot) equipment malfunctions or failures
• Repair or replace engines, transmissions, carburetors, final drives, steering, clutches, cross shafts, hydraulic components, including pump motors, valves, and all related components, electrical systems, and air systems.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Communicate in a courteous and effective manner with customers and/or co-workers.
• Prepare required documentation accurately and timely, including work orders, parts lists, and time cards.
• Must provide your own tools - large or specialty tools provided by the company.
• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety laws, policies and rules
• Overtime work may be required in this position.

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Company Description Welcome to Deep South Equipment, where our family has been the premier material handling equipment provider and one-stop shop for businesses for over 25 years. We're proud to serve the unique needs of our customers in Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas, offering a broad selection of new and used equipment, parts, maintenance, operator training, and more. Our expert team takes the time to understand your business and help it succeed. We believe in exceptional customer service and look forward to welcoming you into our family. Company Description Welcome to Deep South Equipment, where our family has been the premier material handling equipment provider and one-stop shop for businesses for over 25 years. We're proud to serve the unique needs of our customers in Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas, offering a broad selection of new and used equipment, parts, maintenance, operator training, and more. Our expert team takes the time to understand your business and help it succeed. We believe in exceptional customer service and look forward to welcoming you into our family.