Title:               Technician (Field)                  

Job Code:       8391   

Department:   Service                                               

Job Type:        RFT Non-Exempt

Supervisor:     Service Supervisor                

Job Hours:      7:00am-3:30pm

Job Summary:

This position requires knowledge of general material handling equipment.  Technician must be capable of trouble shooting and providing repairs while in the field on an as-needed basis.  Good knowledge of parts and the ability to determine if a part needs to be replaced or repaired is essential.  Ability to write clear job recommendations and descriptions as well as ensure all paperwork is completed and given to the service supervisor a timely manner.

Job Responsibilities:

·         Ability to communicate with customers both in-house and in the field

·         Ability to determine whether work should be done in-field or in-house

·         Repair gasoline, LPG, electric or diesel powered forklifts

·         Make repairs as needed including replacing worn or broken parts, adjusting brakes, tightening body bolts, aligning wheels, etc.

·         Lubricate vehicle and perform other duties in connection with maintenance and operation of lift truck as required

·         Can include manual labor such as heavy lifting and operating power equipment

·         Make supervisor aware of problems as they occur

·         Complete paperwork, as needed, to open work order / close work order

·         Keep van clean.  Report any vehicle problems to your supervisor.  

·         Practice safe work habits

·         Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Job Qualifications:

·         High school graduate

·         Three to five years material handing technician experience

·         Excellent driving record (as shown on current DMV report)

·         Will be expected to drive (company van/gas provided) to TLA customer sites.  Sites vary over the general Los Angeles area

·         Ability to read and follow Thomas Guide directions

·         Own your own tools and tool box

·         Must be able to write and spell English clearly and correctly

·         Customer service attitude and aptitude

·         Good attendance and punctuality a must

·         Must be reliable, report to work on time, follow directions and get along well with coworkers and management personnel

·         Expected to attend technical classes when offered by management

·         Appearance must be neat and professional

Physical Requirements

·         Must be physically able to repetitively stoop, bend, push, pull, squat, climb, and kneel on a regular basis

·         Must be able to physically operate power machinery, use hand tools, use air compressor tools, band saw and department grinder, steam cleaner and parts washer machines,

·         Must be able to physically lift 50 pounds unaided

·         Must be physically able to speak and interact with other company associates regarding service department needs

·         Must be physically able to operate / drive a company van or Hino

·         Must be physically and mentally able to read, write and follow directions

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Please e-mail or fax your resume to Toyota-Lift of Los Angeles - HR Department at:

E-mail: employment@toyota-lift.com or/and diana_bisaha@toyota-lift.com

Attn: HR Manager, Ms. Diana Bisaha

Fax: 562-941-4414

02/2012