Job Description

Overview

National Lift Equipment (NLE) is a leading specialist in aerial lifts and telescopic handlers, serving as one of the largest sellers of lifts and handlers in the United States. This full-time, on-site Mechanic role in Bristol, PA involves inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing heavy equipment in accordance with company and safety standards.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair aerial lifts, telescopic handlers, and other heavy equipment.
  • Perform routine maintenance and preventive maintenance.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues.
  • Complete maintenance and repair tasks to ensure equipment is safe and ready for use.
  • Document work performed and maintain clean and organized work areas.
  • Collaborate with sales and operations teams on equipment readiness.
  • Communicate clearly about equipment status and needed repairs.
  • Assist in equipment restoration projects, including teardown, rebuild, and testing.

Requirements

  • Strong skills in equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Experience with preventive maintenance practices.
  • Hands-on background working with heavy equipment.
  • Proficient troubleshooting skills for mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders.
  • Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to OSHA and company safety protocols.
  • Previous experience as a mechanic or technician in construction, industrial, or equipment rental environments preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in mechanics or related field is a plus.
  • Capability to lift and move heavy components and use hand and power tools.
  • Reliable work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

How this job compares in Bristol, PA

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Pennsylvania currently run a median of $28/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $25–$35/hr across 124 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Bristol, PA

Bristol, PA currently has 6 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 4 employers. 4 of them were added in the last week. Across Pennsylvania as a whole we're tracking 273 other active welding openings from 174 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in Bristol, or widen the search to Pennsylvania.

The most active employers in Pennsylvania at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Hanwha Philly Shipyard (8), TradeWorx (7), and JB Poindexter Company (6). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Pennsylvania, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Philadelphia at $34/hr, York at $27/hr, and New Kensington at $22/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

Similar openings near Bristol, PA

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