Mechanic - Diesel Auto Forklift San Luis Obispo
- Crown Equipment
- San Luis Obispo, CA, USA
- Jun 21, 2026
Job Description
Job Posting External
Job Duties
- Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair Crown and all other makes of lift trucks.
- Perform all assigned planned maintenance on customer lift trucks.
- Maintain a service van and its inventory.
- Process paperwork after completion of each job.
Minimum Qualifications
- Less than 2 years related experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to safely operate lift trucks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Good mechanical and electrical aptitudes, knowledge of electrical/electronic systems and hydraulics and internal combustion engines, and the ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics.
- Good written/verbal communication and customer care skills.
- Technical degree, previous lift truck repair, welding experience, and knowledge of various types of testing equipment preferred.
- Familiar with tools and equipment such as common hand tools, electrical/air tools, torch, arc welder and various types of testing equipment.
- Industry related training is preferred
- Ability to read and understand service manuals, plan, and follow-through
Work Authorization:
Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
No agency calls please.
Compensation and Benefits:
Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees. Current benefits being offered include:
- Competitive Wages. The anticipated starting pay range for the position is $33 per hour but is commensurate with skills and related experience,
Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan with a company contribution to each,
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts,
401K Retirement Savings Plan: Crown matches 100% of the first 4% of your eligible pay you contribute to the plan. You are always 100% vested in the company matching contributions.
Company paid Life and Disability Benefits as well as optional supplemental term life insurance offerings,
Paid Parental Leave,
9 Paid Holidays,
Paid Vacation accrued at a rate based on length of service and position,
Paid Sick Leave,
Birthday Pay for Non-Exempt employees,
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year,
and much more.
Crown also offers Service Technicians:
- Award-Winning Service Training
Company Vehicle for Field Service Technicians
Tool Insurance
No Flat Rate
40 Hours Per Week plus Overtime
Uniforms
Specialty Tools
Primarily 1st Shift
Career Advancement Opportunities
EOE Veterans/Disabilities
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including California AB-1008 “Ban the Box”, San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Job Segment: Warehouse, Diesel Mechanic, Field Service, Forklift, Maintenance Mechanic, Manufacturing
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A History of Innovation
Crown’s history began when two brothers, the late Carl H. Dicke and Allen A. Dicke, founded the company in New Bremen, Ohio, in 1945. Today, the fourth generation of the Dicke family continues to lead Crown.
Production of a line of high-quality lift trucks for intermediate-duty use began in 1960. Crown soon became the fastest-growing material handling company in its range of products. Crown lift trucks have earned a reputation as safe, reliable and productive by customers throughout the world, and the innovative spark that fueled Crown’s past success is still alive today. Crown products continue to receive recognition for design excellence, having earned more than 80 prominent design awards.
Today, Crown manufactures a wide variety of electric and Internal Combustion lift trucks and components in 24 facilities throughout the world. Product sales and service are handled by the company's network of Crown-owned and independent dealers located in key markets. Dealer and sales personnel are factory-trained in all disciplines and backed by advertising.
Industry Recognition
Crown has earned numerous awards recognizing our ability to produce innovative products that enhance safety, increase productivity and extend product lifespan.
Customer Results
Crown strives to be our customers’ best business decision. Reliable. Honest. Responsive. These are just a few words that customers have shared regarding their experience with Crown.
Sustainability
Crown’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability is evident throughout numerous aspects of its operations and has been recognized with more than 18 sustainability awards from organizations such as the National Pollution Prevention Roundtable, the Ohio EPA, the United States EPA and multiple industry publications
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