Team Lead Field Service Technician

Company: Henry North
Location: Carson
Posted on: January 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Team Lead Forklift Service Technician – Carson, CA Job Type: Full-time About the Role This role is for a solid field technician who’s ready to take the next step. If you’ve spent the last few years turning wrenches, know the job inside and out, and want to start leading people instead of just fixing equipment, this is your opportunity. As a Team Lead Field Service Technician, you’ll still stay connected to the field but your main focus will be leading, mentoring, and supporting a team of technicians. You’ll be the go to person for your crew and the bridge between techs, customers, and management. What You’ll Be Doing Lead and support a team of field service technicians Help schedule jobs, prioritize work, and keep jobs moving efficiently Coach and mentor younger or less-experienced techs Be the escalation point for tough technical issues Maintain strong relationships with customers and ensure quality work Communicate clearly with service management on team performance, issues, and wins Occasionally jump in the field when needed but this is not a wrench turning role full time What We’re Looking For 5 years of hands-on mechanical or field service experience (forklifts, heavy equipment, automotive, diesel, industrial, etc.) A tech who others already look to for help or direction Strong leadership and communication skills Organized, dependable, and comfortable making decisions Someone who wants to grow into management, not stay in the truck forever Customer first mindset with a team-first attitude Why This Role Makes Sense Get out of full time field work without losing your technical edge Step into leadership without sitting behind a desk all day Real career progression into Service Manager or Operations leadership Competitive pay with leadership responsibility Stable company with long-term growth opportunities Ideal Candidate You’re a respected tech who’s proven yourself in the field. You want more responsibility, influence, and growth but still want to be around the work and the people who do it. You should be proficient in: OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) Heavy Equipment Repair Equipment Troubleshooting Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment Equipment/Parts Counter Sales

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