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Follow on Google News | At Work With An Electric Forklift Service TechnicianThe MHEDA Journal profiles a lift truck road service technician.
By: Steve Guglielmo Barton is a 32-year veteran of Thompson & Johnson and works primarily with electric forklifts. “During high school, I worked with cars with electronic ignition systems,” Barton says. “After serving in the U.S. Navy and training with electricians, I was hired by Thompson & Johnson to work with electric forklifts that were starting to emerge into the market. I still work with electrics today, although they are hardly recognizable compared to the ones I worked with in high school.” Since Barton began working with electrics, there have been major advancements in the technology. “High-speed components and computer chips have changed the whole face of the electric truck industry,” To keep up with the ever-changing technology, Barton has to continuously train and remain current. Very often he spends time before work researching issues he has encountered on manufacturer websites or in manuals. That research allows him to keep his mechanical abilities sharp. Good mechanical abilities can only take a technician so far, however. “Beyond mechanical ability, I rely on a good set of wrenches, ratchets and other tools,” Barton says. “Also, the ability to communicate effectively with customers is key. Since I am constantly on the road at customer sites, I have to be able to put things in terms that the customer can understand and explain things calmly and effectively if any issues arise. Once I do that, I’ve gained their confidence forever.” To learn more about Doug Barton and his career as a road service technician, read the entire article on The MHEDA Journal Online. http://www.themhedajournal.org/ # # # Founded in 1954, the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) is the premier source for manufacturing knowledge, education and networking. Through its member journals (www.TheMhedaJournal.org) End
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