Relevant CTE Program:
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Job Description:
As an industry leader since 1954, Thompson & Johnson Equipment has been providing material handling equipment solutions to a wide array of customers. We are seeking qualified Shop/Road Technicians out of our Schenectady, NY branch. Experience and knowledge working with machines such as Earth Moving Equipment, Forklifts, Crane/Boom Trucks, Trash Hauling and Road Paving Equipment. You will be required to diagnose, adjust, repair, and perform planned maintenance work on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic material handling and related equipment ensuring service meets all customers needs and requirements. Benefits include: Low-Cost employee/family medical & dental, FREE vision, 401K, training incentives and tool/boot/clothing allowances. Subject to physical/substance testing and a Personality Profile test. Must have a valid and clean driver’s license. • High school diploma or equivalent required and 2-5 years’ experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy-duty construction, firefighting equipment, automobile/truck or material handling equipment required. • Total knowledge of repairs, maintenance, and overhaul of equipment. • Must be able to work beyond scheduled works hours and available on-call when needed. • Must supply your own working set of professional grade tools. • Ability to obtain current forklift operator certification and have a valid/clean NYS drivers license. • Must be able to read a map, understand directions, and follow standard operating procedures. • The ability to stay current and understand the service and training manuals, including the ability to interpret schematics and effectively use electrical diagnostic instruments. • Must be able to diagnose problems and perform repairs on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems. • Must be able to work independently using effective organizational and time management skills with minimum direction. • Can safely operate hand and power tools, lifts, hoists, hydraulic jacks and material handling equipment. • Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with customers/coworkers and prepare paperwork in a timely manner
Company Name:
Thompson & Johnson Equipment
Application Deadline:
May 22, 2026
Contact:
Kara Abelgore/HR Admin – Kabelgore@thompsonandjohnson.com
Skills Needed:
see under job descriptoin
Age Requirement:
18
Certification Or Education Required:
see under job description
Hourly Wage:
$23-$26 hr to start
Benefits:
see under job description
Hours:
8am-4:30pm M-F
Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time