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About MH Equipment

MH Equipment began in Peoria, Illinois in 1952 as one of the smallest Hyster forklift dealerships in the United States. From such humble beginnings, MH Equipment has grown to become one of the largest and fastest-growing material handling service providers in the US.

In 1994, the company was purchased by current CEO John Wieland. Since 1994, we have grown from a small company of 50 employees into an organization composed of multiple dealerships with over 1,000+ employees and 37 locations (34 servicing locations) throughout Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

We have grown organically and through acquisition and have become a company rich in diversity and vast in geography. We trust as a company that we will always remain mindful of our humble beginnings, grateful for our success, and hungry for our next horizon.

What we can do for you:

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    Maximize ROI:

    Reduce cost and maximize return on your assets

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    Schedule full maintenance:

    MH Fleet monitors your equipment so you never miss routine maintenance

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    Manage multiple locations:

    MH Fleet can track fleets of any size or location in North America

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Lasting Partnerships

At MH Equipment, we understand in the world of material handling there is a continued state of change and raising of the bar for performance. Complacency can rapidly lead to extinction. We work diligently with our customers to anticipate their changing needs and provide solutions for effective results. We work at staying on top of technological advances in products and services to determine cost-effective methods of addressing needs. We believe in being good stewards of our customers’ resources and look to build long term, lasting partnership relationships.

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Current Career Opportunities

Service and Shop Administrator

March 18, 2024

The Service and Shop Administrator is primarily responsible for the planning, organizing, and direct quality service to customers by assisting in managing the day-to-day operations […]

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Parts and Service Coordinator

March 18, 2024

If you are an outgoing and driven individual who is seeking career satisfaction with a financially stable and growing company, join the team at MH […]

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Shop Service Technician

March 11, 2024

$1500 Hiring Bonus!! Do you love repairing engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, fuel systems, and/or charging systems? Our continued growth has created a need for more skilled […]

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Resident Service Technician – 2nd Shift Wieland

March 5, 2024

$1500 Hiring Bonus!! Do you love repairing engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, fuel systems, and/or charging systems? Our continued growth has created a need for […]

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Road Service Technician

March 4, 2024

$1500 Hiring Bonus!! Do you love repairing engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, fuel systems, and/or charging systems? Our continued growth has created a need for […]

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Road Service Technician

March 4, 2024

$1500 Hiring Bonus!! Do you love repairing engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, fuel systems, and/or charging systems? Our continued growth has created a need for […]

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Company Vision & Mission Statement

Our Vision is to be regarded as an employer of choice, a trustworthy partner, and ethical market leader in our communities by providing our customers with innovative solutions and unparalleled value.

Our Mission is to deliver exceptional service while honoring our vision and recognizing that...

All People Matter and are due honor and respect.

Principled Passion Inspires other and enriches lives

Our Purpose Unites us in serving our customers and community.

Our Values encompass these foundational commitments that guide our organization with respect to...

Our Values

Equipping our employees with a safe and encouraging environment that recognizes integrity, inspires passion, and enables personal growth.
Strengthening our Company by disciplined effort to pursue effective relationships and implement sound business practices that ensure the long-term well being of the Company and employees.
Partnering with our Suppliers through affiliation with highly respected manufacturers to represent their products with diligence and professionalism.
Serving our Customers by being consultative in nature, transparent in practice, and passionate for being a good steward of their resources.
Investing in our Communities for a positive impact by coming alongside our employees' passions with support and financial assistance through our 'His First Foundation' charitable program.

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Testimonials

Jere Null - CEO of Prestage Foods
"We have been a partner with MH Equipment since we began operations in Iowa. MH has been truly invested in our success by providing us their expert advice. As with any large start-up, we have had unforeseen challenges and MH has been helpful and adaptable to our changing landscape. MH has been available and accessible to help us meet our needs and remain operational during challenging times."
Troy Strawhecker - Co-Owner of JT Logistics
“We have relied on MH Equipment for our material handling needs for years – they are our partner. We recommend MH because of the timely follow-up and exceptional service. There are partners you go to when you want something, there are partners you go to when you need something - for us, MH is both!”

MH News & Updates

The Savvy Buyer’s Guide: Navigating the World of Used Equipment Purchases
March 14, 2024

Used Industrial Equipment – A Path to Lower Costs and Faster Purchases As nice as purchasing new industrial and material handling equipment can be, current […]

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Yale Dealer of Excellence
MH Equipment Recognized as Yale Dealer of Excellence
February 29, 2024

MH Equipment Company is pleased to announce its recognition by Yale Lift Truck Technologies with the 2023 Dealer of Excellence award. This annual award honors […]

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Hyster Dealer of Distinction 2023
MH Equipment Recognized as Hyster Dealer of Distinction
February 29, 2024

MH Equipment Company is pleased to announce its recognition by Hyster Company with the 2023 Dealer of Distinction award. This annual award recognizes top-performing dealers […]

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Best Applications for Autonomous Mobile Robots in the Supply Chain
February 14, 2024

Logistics centers operate on two core metrics: throughput volume and order accuracy. A limiting factor to both of these metrics has long been tied to […]

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