About Us
About National: A family-owned forklift & aerial equipment rental company and dealer
Responsive & Reliable Service. Flexible Equipment Solutions.
At National Lift Truck, we support industrial, construction, and commercial businesses with reliable and responsive service and flexible equipment solutions, tailored to their needs. We truly care about our customers and providing the right solution for their job. Whether it’s recommending the right forklift to tackle a heavy lift or the best scissor lift to fit through a tight doorway, our expert team is here to support you every step of the way.
We have built lasting partnerships with our customers by being flexible to their needs, from providing rental equipment while we service their fleet to recommending new or used equipment to expand their operations. With a variety of services, an extensive fleet of forklifts and aerial equipment, and a team of experts dedicated to your success, we promise to be your trusted partner for all your forklift and aerial equipment rental, sales, and service needs.
Learn more about our services and the businesses & industries we partner with.
Built on Family and Great Service
Family Owned & Operated Since 1956
Welcome to National Lift Truck, a family-owned company with a rich history dating back to 1956, when our founder, William Perry DuBose, established the business with a simple yet profound motto:
“Good service doesn’t cost, it pays”
William Perry DuBose, an honorable veteran of the United States Navy who served on four major invasions during World War II, brought his passion and dedication to the forefront as he transitioned from the family farm in Arkansas to a small shop in Franklin Park, Illinois. There, he laid the foundation for what would become National Lift Truck, dedicating countless hours to building the company from the ground up.
Initially focused on mechanical repair for forklifts and rolling stock, National Lift Truck evolved under Perry’s guidance. Recognizing the needs of his customers, Perry expanded the business to include equipment rentals and transportation services. He even pioneered innovative solutions, such as constructing possibly one of the first known cantilever tilt bed trailers with a winch system for transporting equipment.
Proud to be Veteran Owned
A Family Business For Three Generations
As time progressed, Perry’s sons, Perry Dale and Jeff Paul joined the company, ushering in the second generation of ownership. Perry Dale, a United States Marine Corps veteran who served in Vietnam, brought his expertise to growing the customer base through sales and service. Jeff Paul, a graduate of Northwestern Military and Naval Academy, contributed his skills to further expanding the company’s reach. Together, the second generation built enduring relationships with equipment dealerships and retail customers in the Chicagoland area, offering specialized construction, industrial, and heavy lifting equipment.
Over the years, the family continued to grow the business, expanding into Arkansas and Tennessee, and offering more services including new and used equipment sales, operator training, haul-for-hire, industrial batteries, warehouse services, and more.
Today, National Lift Truck is led by the third generation of the DuBose family, who are deeply involved in all aspects of the business. As we look to the future, we remain committed to upholding the legacy of William Perry DuBose, continuing to provide exceptional service and building upon the foundation he laid for generations to come. Thank you for being a part of our journey and part of the National family!
Meet the Team
John Doe
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Jane Doe
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Pete Smith
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Ashley Reynolds
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Joe Smith
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Dan Jones
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The National Family of Companies
The National family of companies includes National Lift Truck, Inc., National Lift, LLC, National Lift of Arkansas, National Battery, Inc., and National Specialized Hauling. Our National Lift, LLC and National Lift of Arkansas companies are operating as National Lift Truck Tennessee and National Lift Truck Arkansas.
National Lift Truck, Inc.
Headquarters for the National Companies
Franklin Park, IL (Headquarters) and East Hazel Crest, IL
National Lift of Arkansas
DBA National Lift Truck Arkansas
Locations in Little Rock, AR and Springdale, AR. Operating as National Lift Truck Arkansas
National Lift, LLC
DBA National Lift Truck Tennessee
Locations in Memphis, TN, Jackson, TN, and Middletown, NY. Operating in Tennessee as National Lift Truck Tennessee.
National Battery, Inc.
Operating out of National Lift Truck, Inc. in Franklin Park, IL. Specializing in the sales and service of industrial batteries and chargers.
National Specialized Hauling
Operating out of National Lift Truck, Inc. in Franklin Park, IL. National Specialized Hauling provides haul-for-hire trucking services and over dimensional hauling.
OUR MISSION
To provide the best customer experience in the industry.
We achieve this through our unwavering commitment to quality, reliability, and exceptional service.
Our knowledgeable team works tirelessly to understand and meet your unique needs, ensuring your complete satisfaction.
OUR values
Customer Service Excellence
We build TRUST by consistently delivering QUALITY service and being RESPONSIVE to our customer’s sense of urgency.
Solutions-Based Mentality
We are SOLUTION PROVIDERS! We identify and deliver the right solution to our customers’ challenges.
Integrity & Respect
We maintain TRADITIONAL values and are committed to developing LONG TERM RELATIONSHIPS built on HONESTY and RESPECT. We aim to be the BEST, not the biggest.
Growth Mindset
We provide all employees with professional GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES, have an OPEN MIND about trying new things, and embrace the opportunity to LEARN something new every day.
Our Locations
Chicago, Illinois
1 of 6Memphis, Tennessee
2 of 6Jackson, Tennessee
3 of 6Little Rock, Arkansas
4 of 6Springdale, Arkansas
5 of 6Middletown, New York
6 of 6Locations in Illinois, Tennessee, Arkansas, and New York
National Lift Truck proudly serves the following regions and all surrounding areas:
FULL-SERVICE LOCATIONS:
- Franklin Park, Illinois (Headquarters)
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Little Rock, Arkansas
SUPPORTING BRANCHES:
- East Hazel Crest, Illinois
- Jackson, Tennessee
- Springdale, Arkansas
- Middletown, New York
See our Rental Fleet in Action!
Watch our team prepare and deliver over 80 fork trucks to the International Manufacturing Technology show (IMTS) at McCormick Center in Chicago.
At NLT, we take pride in our ability to tackle ambitious projects like this. With our extensive fleet of rental forklifts and an incredible team of drivers, field technicians, and rental coordinators, we ensure every project is handled with professionalism and exceptional service.