Heavy Equipment & Material Handling Recruitment Services
At Talon Recruiting, we are experts in recruiting for the heavy equipment and material handling industries across North America. From construction machinery and agricultural equipment to forklifts, cranes, and conveyor systems, we help companies hire skilled professionals who keep operations running safely, efficiently, and profitably.
As these sectors continue to evolve with automation, telematics, electrification, and tighter safety standards, companies are under growing pressure to hire qualified workers who can adapt to new technologies and handle increasingly complex systems. Meanwhile, technician shortages, retiring tradespeople, and growing demand for equipment service and support staff have made traditional recruiting methods less effective.
That’s where Talon Recruiting comes in.

Why Choose Talon for Equipment & Material Handling Recruitment?
- Industry Expertise – We specialize in heavy equipment and material handling staffing — not as a side service, but as a core focus of our business.
- Passive Candidate Network – We engage experienced professionals not found on job boards, including forklift technicians, mechanics, and sales engineers.
- North American Coverage – We recruit in all provinces and states, including for remote service roles, distribution hubs, and field-based territories.
- Fast, Targeted Hiring – We deliver qualified technicians, warehouse equipment experts, and management professionals without sacrificing fit or quality.
Roles We Regularly Fill
Our recruitment solutions cover a full range of positions across both industries:- Heavy Equipment Technicians (Diesel, Hydraulic, Electrical)
- Forklift & Material Handling Equipment Technicians
- Field Service Mechanics
- Equipment Sales Representatives & Territory Managers
- Product Support & Service Advisors
- Parts Managers & Warranty Coordinators
- Branch, Fleet, and Operations Managers
- Warehouse Equipment Installers & Maintenance Technicians
- Executives and Regional Directors