Workshop Service Technician

4 weeks ago


Cairns, Queensland, Australia United Forklift and Access Solutions Full time

Our dedicated national team of Workshop Service Technicians, or Mechanics, play an important and essential role in our business. We are currently seeking:

  • Access Equipment Technicians

As a Workshop Service Technician, you are expected to deliver consistent and high-quality service solutions to support our customers every day. This hands-on role will require you to perform all types of service requirements on a variety of forklift equipment.

Working from our state-of-the-art workshop facility, you'll enjoy the variety of the job that ensures your day is never the same. One day you may be performing preventative maintenance or minor repairs, followed by another day where you could be performing a challenging overhaul.

Reporting to the Service Manager, you'll also appreciate working with a great team of people at our Cairns branch who are there to support you.

Key Responsibilities

The key focus of this role involves the maintenance servicing of forklift and access equipment. This includes:

  • Planned maintenance (PMP) and inspections,
  • New machine builds,
  • Modifications
Qualifications / Experience

To be considered for this position, you will ideally have the following:

  • Automotive mechanic trade background,
  • Be a team player,
  • Be able to work with minimal supervision,
  • Good customer service relationships,
  • Must be reliable and punctual.
  • Electrical and hydraulic experience highly regarded.

At United we encourage a flexible and healthy work-life balance for all our employees. Join United today and enjoy:

  • 9-day fortnight or Monthly Day Off (optional)
  • 5 weeks leave (4 weeks annual leave + 1 week Anniversary leave)

This means more time to focus on the things that make you happy, or as we like to say, More time for U

Other Benefits Include:
  • Option to earn more through overtime.
  • The opportunity to work on work class brands such as Cat Lift Trucks, Konecranes and Haulotte.
  • Uniforms provided.
  • Reward and Recognition Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Opportunity to receive company supplier discounts
  • Receive access to the latest specialty tooling including software and diagnostic equipment.
  • Receive ongoing product training.
  • Ongoing opportunity to further develop your skills and training.
  • Participate in toolbox meetings and group discussions.
  • Access to a state-of-the-art workshop facility and parts store.
So Why Work for United?Work in State of the Art Workshop Facilities

Our large and modern workshop facilities are equipped with the latest equipment and technology, including spray booths, welding bays, overhead cranes, parts store and everything you need to get the job done.

Work with the Best Equipment

Our service team are provided with the latest service technology, including specialty tooling and all the software and diagnostic equipment needed to service today's most modern equipment.

We Train & Support You

You will receive ongoing training to work on our extensive range of equipment from world renowned brands. You will also be supported by a professional team that will help you succeed and grow.

Flexibility to Suit Your Needs

Don't like working a typical 8am-5pm week? You'll have the option of working a flexible 9-day fortnight. Plus, overtime is paid. This means more time to focus on the things that make you happy.

Get in touch

Start the conversation with our United Equipment Sales Team and we'll help you find the right equipment for the job.

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