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Where Forklift Techs Build Their Careers.

Built for Forklift Techs. Trusted by Employers.

Where Forklift Techs Build Their Careers.

Built for Forklift Techs. Trusted by Employers.

person sitting on grass and using phone

Where Forklift Techs Build Their Careers.

Built for Forklift Techs. Trusted by Employers.

The Problem

National Shortage of Skilled Labor

America has a skilled labor problem, and nowhere is it sharper than in the forklift and material handling world. Top techs are in higher demand than ever, yet most never see the opportunities that would pay them what they're worth. Employers feel the same squeeze from the other side. We connect the two.

America has a skilled labor problem, and nowhere is it sharper than in the forklift and material handling world. Top techs are in higher demand than ever, yet most never see the opportunities that would pay them what they're worth. Employers feel the same squeeze from the other side. We connect the two.

Employers can't fill seats. Great techs can't find the right move. We close the gap, fast.

Why do we exist?

The Industry Needed Better. So We Built It.

Everything in America moves on a forklift, yet no one was helping the people who keep them running. We speak the language and exist to close that gap. One job, done right, for the techs and the companies who need them.

Why do we exist?

The Industry Needed Better. So We Built It.

Everything in America moves on a forklift, yet no one was helping the people who keep them running. We speak the language and exist to close that gap. One job, done right, for the techs and the companies who need them.

Are you hiring?

Let's fill the role.

Here's how it works:

Discovery

We learn your operation, your equipment, and exactly what your team needs in a tech.

Intake

We define who fits and who doesn't, so nobody's time gets wasted later.

Search

We work our network and head hunt techs directly. Every candidate is vetted before you ever see them.

Placement

You make the hire. We handle everything up to it.

Whether it's 10 technicians or 200, we're here to scale with you.

Are you a technician?

A great tech has more leverage than ever. Most don't use it.

The same shortage that makes you hard to replace makes you valuable in the market. And the best openings never hit a job board. We hear about those first.

The same shortage that makes you hard to replace makes you valuable in the market. And the best openings never hit a job board. We hear about those first.

We talk to techs every day, whether you're ready to move now or just want to know what's out there. The conversation is free, confidential, and zero-pressure. We learn what you've worked on and what you actually want, and when something fits, we bring it to you. We never share your info without asking.

No pressure. No sharing your info without asking.

No pressure. No sharing your info without asking.

Reviews from Technicians

"I'd been at the same dealer for nine years. Wasn't really looking, but AFT called and actually understood what I did. Ended up moving to a dealer 20 minutes closer to home with better pay. Glad I picked up the phone."

Marcus T., Houston, TX

"Most people treat you like a number. These guys asked what kind of company I wanted to work in before they ever mentioned a job. Felt like they were on my side."

Derek S., Columbus, OH

"I was nervous about making a move. They didn't push. Took about three months of talking before the right thing came up. Worth the wait."

James R., Atlanta, GA

Reviews from Hiring Companies

"We'd been trying to fill a senior tech role for four months. AFT had three qualified candidates in front of us within three weeks. One of them is now our Team Lead."

Regional Service Manager, forklift dealership, Southeast

"General recruiters kept sending us guys who'd never touched a forklift. AFT understood the difference between a tech and a warehouse worker. Made all the difference."

HR Director, Cold Storage Warehouse, Northeast

"They knew what questions to ask about our equipment and our team. First recruiter we've worked with who actually got what we needed."

Operations Manager, material handling dealer, Texas

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast can you fill a role?

2 to 6 weeks on average. Depends on the position and your process.

What do you charge?

We have direct hire and staffing options. Reach out and we'll explain the models.

Is there a cost for technicians?

No. Companies pay our fees. Techs pay nothing.

Will you send my resume out without asking?

No. Nothing gets shared without your permission.

What if I'm not ready to move yet?

That's fine. We're happy to have the conversation now and keep in touch.

Who Are We

A division of Henry North.

Henry North has placed material handling and automation talent for years including sales leaders, operations, and field service positions. American Forklift Techs narrows all of that to one job: forklift technicians, the people who keep fleets running. We know the game, Class I through V, electric, propane, diesel and we know which techs can actually diagnose a problem and which ones are guessing.

Henry North has placed material handling and automation talent for years including sales leaders, operations, and field service positions. American Forklift Techs narrows all of that to one job: forklift technicians, the people who keep fleets running. We know the game, Class I through V, electric, propane, diesel and we know which techs can actually diagnose a problem and which ones are guessing.

Contact Us

Ready to hire or be hired? Let's talk.