Service Technician
Job Description
About the job opportunity
Join a close-knit and supportive team that values delivering quality service to its customers, working collaboratively, and looking after its people. With a steady pipeline of work and a commitment to ongoing development, you'll be joining a business that offers stability, job security, and long-term career opportunities.
As a Service Technician, you'll enjoy a varied role split between the workshop and the field, servicing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a range of modern forklifts and heavy equipment. No two days are the same, and you'll have the support of an experienced team, access to ongoing training, and opportunities to further develop your skills as the business continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities
Service, diagnose, & repairs forklifts & heavy equipment both in the workshop & in the field.
Carry out scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, and equipment inspections.
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, & electrical faults
Respond to breakdowns and provide timely support to customers across the Waikato region
Complete job cards, service reports, and maintenance documentation accurately.
Work independently in the field and collaborate with the wider team when required
Build and maintain relationships with customers in the region
Ensure all servicing and repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
Benefits
Competitive hourly rate of up to $46 P/H depending on experience
40 hours guaranteed each week, with opportunities for overtime
Company vehicle provided for work use
Tool allowance
Mix of workshop and field work
Work on a range of modern forklifts & heavy equipment
Ongoing training & development to support your career growth
Join a supportive & experienced team
Long-term opportunity with a stable and growing Waikato business
About you
Trade qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic, Automotive Technician, or Auto Electrician
Experience working on forklifts, heavy equipment, trucks, agricultural machinery, or similar equipment
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills with the ability to work through problems independently
Confident carrying out servicing, maintenance, repairs, and breakdown work
Reliable, self-motivated, and able to manage your time effectively
* Strong communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with customers
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