At Big Joe, our mission is simple and powerful: Empowering the people who move things.
That mission doesn’t stop with our customers - it starts with our team.
Every day, Big Joe employees help operators, dealers, and businesses work safer, smarter, and more efficiently. When you build a career here, your work has a direct impact on the people and industries that keep the world moving.
Life at Big Joe
We believe great products come from empowered people.
Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing work that matters. We invest in our teams because empowering others requires strong, aligned people working together.
At Big Joe, you’ll find:
A people‑first culture that values respect, safety, and teamwork
Leaders who believe empowerment starts from within
An environment where ideas are heard and innovation is practical
A team that takes pride in supporting one another and our customers
Grow With a Company Driving Industry Change
The material handling industry is evolving rapidly, and Big Joe is helping lead the transformation.
Our vision is bold: To be the trusted partner delivering disruptive solutions that accelerate the industry's transformation from internal combustion to electric to fully autonomous.
For our employees, that means:
Working on electric and autonomous technologies shaping the future
Contributing to sustainability and efficiency initiatives
Being part of innovation that’s practical, not theoretical
Helping customers adapt confidently to what’s next
This is disruption with purpose - innovation designed to serve real people, real operations, and real challenges.
One Team. Many Opportunities.
Big Joe offers career paths across the organization, including:
Manufacturing & Operations
Engineering & Product Development
Sales, Marketing & Customer Support
Supply Chain, Service & Technical Roles
Corporate & Professional Functions
Whether you’re early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, contribute, and make an impact.
Why Build Your Career at Big Joe?
Purpose‑Driven Work - Your work directly empowers the people who move things every day.
Innovation Designed for People - We don’t chase trends — we build solutions that matter.
Trust & Stability - Big Joe is built on long‑standing relationships and proven performance.
Growth & Development - As the industry evolves, so do the opportunities for our people.
For the Planner
Flexible holiday PTO day for Exempt Coworkers which allows them to relax when they want to!
Generous paid parental leave
401(k) options with company match
Comprehensive health plans for you & your family
Custom wellness program to support overall wellbeing
For the Continuous Learner
Programs that support career advancement goals
Customized development opportunities to support your career path
Business experience by attending industry trade show events
Opportunities to partner with university programs to mentor youth
For the Fun-Seeker
Happy hours, game nights, and summer team experiences
Volunteer opportunities
Powering Progress — Together
Our tagline, Powering Progress, reflects how we approach our work and our careers. Progress happens when people are supported, trusted, and empowered to do their best work.
If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where the future is being built every day — we’d love to meet you.
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