Forklift Service, Repair, Maintenance

We repair, service and maintain all types of warehouse material handling equipment.

 

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On-Demand Services

Repairs and service when you need them.

Maintenance Agreements

Scheduled, customizable maintenance plans for your fleet.

Dock & Door Service

Service and repairs for loading docks, doors, and related equipment.

 

Forklift service, right now

When equipment goes down, you lose money twice as fast: the cost of the repair itself and lost productivity due to downtime. Count on The Lilly Company for all your equipment repair and maintenance needs.

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Run a safe, efficient, profitable operation.

You don't have to be an expert in equipment repair and maintenance. While you focus on growing your business, we'll make sure your equipment is always ready when you need it.

Fleet Service

FLEET SERVICE

Whether you have one forklift or a large fleet, we'll keep your operation running efficiently.

Maintenance Programs

MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS

We custom design maintenance programs to fit with your equipment needs and application.

On Site Technician

ON-SITE TECHNICIAN

Our certified technicians will maintain your equipment on a schedule that works for you.

Forklift Battery Maintenance

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Keep your electric forklifts running efficiently by regularly maintaining and servicing your batteries.

Dock & Door Service

DOCK & DOOR SERVICE

Prevent employee injuries with regular maintenance of your loading dock and door equipment.

Emissions Testing

EMISSIONS TESTING

Keep your fleet operating efficiently and safely with emissions tests along with vehicle registration.

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CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT SERVICE

Construction Equipment repair and maintenance plans.

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PALLET RACKING REPAIR

Repairs and maintenance for safe, dependable pallet racking.

Marina Forklifts

MARINA FORKLIFT REPAIR

Protect your marina equipment with reliable forklift maintenance and repair services.

Complete Material Handling Support

Forklift service, battery maintenance, racking repairs, dock equipment, aerial lifts, and more—all from one trusted provider.

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On-Demand Service & Maintenance

Material handling equipment maintenance & service when you need it most.

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On-Site Equipment Repair

On-Site Equipment Repair - We Come to You

A technician comes to your facility to diagnose or repair equipment that is down, unsafe, or underperforming.

Billing: hourly labor + parts (after hours billed at 1.5×, 4-hour minimum).

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In-Shop Equipment Repair

In-Shop Equipment Repair - We Haul Your Equipment to us.

Major repairs, rebuilds, and specialized work performed at your local Lilly Company shop using full tooling and diagnostics. Pickup and delivery available.

Billing: trucking + hourly labor + parts.
Best For: large mechanical issues, rebuilds, or jobs not feasible on-site.

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After-Hours Service

After-Hours Service

Emergency repair support outside normal business hours for critical operations or 24/7 environments where downtime during evenings, nights, or weekends is costly.

Billing: 1.5× labor rate, 4-hour minimum.

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All-Point Inspection

All-Point Inspection

A full diagnostic inspection that evaluates equipment condition, safety, and upcoming repair needs. Includes a written report and up to eight hours of inspection labor.

Does NOT Include: repairs or adjustments costs.
Purpose: catch issues early, can help prevent major breakdowns, and extend equipment life.
Payment Structure: Flat Rate per unit based on number of units and type of equipment.

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1,000/2,000 Hour Forklift Maintenance

1,000/2,000 Hour Forklift Maintenance

1,000- and 2,000-hour maintenance are manufacturer-recommended service intervals based on how many hours a forklift has been used, not just its age. These services go beyond basic inspections and focus on the major systems that wear down predictably over time.

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More Than Forklift Service

More Than a Forklift Service Provider

We're more than a forklift service provider—we support your entire operation with services including dock and door maintenance, pallet racking repairs, battery and charging systems, aerial lift service, and more.

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  1,000/2,000 Hour Forklift Maintenance 

Manufacturer-recommended service performed at set usage milestones to inspect, flush, and replace critical forklift systems — keeping equipment running safely and preventing costly breakdowns.

Why It Matters

 • Forklifts operate in harsh, high-demand environments.

 • Wear increases predictably with hours, not just age.

 • Sticking to 1,000- and 2,000-hour PM intervals prevents breakdowns, reduces repair costs, and maximizes uptime.

 • These intervals follow the engineering and testing standards set by the manufacturer.

Q: Does my forklift really need 1,000/2,000 Hour maintenance?

A: Yes, depending on your forklift type. These services follow your forklift’s type and the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule. Performing 1,000- and 2,000-hour PMs ensures critical systems are serviced at the right intervals, helping prevent breakdowns and keep your equipment running safely and reliably.

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Flat rate fee + travel time + parts
MAX: 2 hours labor
Includes: Miscellaneous Fees and Charges, Environmental Fees

Based on manufacturer recommendations, this service could include:

  • Drain & refill transmission; replace transmission filter
  • Replace LP or gas fuel filter
  • Torque all mast bolts

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Flat rate fee + pick-up & delivery + parts
MAX: 8 hours labor (Shop Job)
Includes: Environmental Fees (ENV)

Based on manufacturer recommendations, this service could include:

    • Drain & refill transmission; replace transmission filter
    • Replace LP or gas fuel filter
    • Torque all mast bolts
    • Drain, flush, coil-clean, and refill coolant
    • Drain, replace filter(s), and refill hydraulic system
    • Repack steer axle bearings
    • Remove drive axle tires & inspect brakes (no repairs included)

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WE REPAIR ALL MATERIAL
HANDLING EQUIPMENT

The Lilly Company services and repairs all forklifts and material handling equipment, including electric, LP, diesel, gas forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, walkies, narrow-aisle lifts, and heavy-capacity trucks.

We also work on telehandlers, scissor lifts, boom lifts, yard spotters, utility vehicles, burden carriers, and industrial equipment. If it lifts, loads, carries, stacks, or moves, we service it.

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Maintenance Agreements

A maintenance agreement is a scheduled, fully customizable service plan between a customer and The Lilly Company outlining how a piece of equipment or fleet will be maintained over time. Instead of handling service on an “as it breaks” basis, a maintenance agreement sets a predictable structure for agreed upon maintenance services.

All maintenance agreements include one of three subcategories of maintenance:

FORKLIFT MAINTENANCE AGREEMENTS AT A GLANCE

Compare LillyCo's maintenance agreement options to find the right level of service, coverage, and support for your equipment and business needs.

Coverage and benefits vary by agreement and eligibility. 

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Maintenance Plan FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about The Lilly Company's Maintenance Plans, including coverage options, service scheduling, and how our plans help reduce downtime and protect your equipment investment.

Disclaimer: The examples and scenarios in these FAQs are provided for general informational purposes only; plan features, coverage, response times, and perks vary by agreement, and not all customers or equipment qualify for every benefit. 

ON-SITE SERVICE

Operations change, equipment breaks, and problems happen. That's when you need a timely service partner you can depend on. You are not in the repair business, but you have a partner who is. 

The Lilly Company provides maintenance plans to prevent costly and disruptive issues, so you can keep working. Our certified technicians will care for your material handling equipment, on a convenient planned schedule, instead of waiting for issues to happen and production to stop.

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"We've had a relationship with Lilly for 20 years. We've tried other companies, but Lilly is always the first group we reach out to. Of the material handling companies we deal with, Lilly is by far the better company. They've been around the longest and provide the best service."
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Director of Facilities at Viking Range
 

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Marina Forklift Repair & Maintenance Plans

The Lilly Company technicians service high-capacity marina forklifts with specialized features such as negative-lift masts, corrosion-resistant components, and heavy-duty lifting systems, ensuring reliable performance in demanding marine environments where saltwater, heavy loads, and continuous operation can take a toll on equipment.

 

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Toyota 360 Support

Uptime is the key to a profitable operation. Out expert technicians and four-hour guaranteed response times will keep you in the game. With the Toyota 360 Support Plus warranty, what gets fixed stays fixed at no additional cost to you.

By upgrading to Toyota 360 Support Plus you get a year of planned maintenance included and an extended product assurance guarantee.

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Clark FlexGuard Warranty

Clark FlexGuard is a promise to our customers. The Support Plan includes top level support with a guaranteed response time with service provided by only the best Clark technicians for your peace of mind.

With our broad reaching network of dealers, Clark can give your issues the attention they need, when they need it. From major support issues to simple questions about equipment capability, Clark FlexGuard has you covered.

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Equipment Maintenance

You are not in the repair business, but you have a partner who is. The Lilly Company provides maintenance plans to prevent costly and disruptive issues, so you can keep working.

Why wait for issues to happen and production to stop? Our certified technicians will maintain your material handling equipment, on a convenient schedule that works for you.

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Dock & Door

Protect your people and products by maintaining your loading dock equipment and overhead doors. Call on us for installation, repair and routine maintenance.

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We repair, service and maintain all makes and models of forklift and material handling equipment.

If it's broken, we can fix it. It's easy. Here's how it works:

 

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Fill out the form to get immediate service assistance. Our solutions team will contact you right away.

 

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We'll send out a trained and certified technician to meet you on-site to fix the problem fast.

 

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With the Lilly Company by your side, you’ll be up and running fast.

 

We've got your back. 

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