Forklift Technician-Field - Moses Lake, WA
About The Position
Bailey, a family-owned and operated business since 1949, is seeking a Forklift Technician to service the greater Seattle area, including Snohomish or Skagit counties. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and performing scheduled maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment. The technician will be responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction through timely, polite, and professional service. Daily tasks may vary and include conducting full inspections, identifying and recommending repairs, and completing necessary paperwork. Some tasks may require lifting up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
Requirements
- Technical school certificate or equivalent experience in mechanical repairs.
- Strong mechanical skills.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Safe work habits.
- Strong diagnostic and repair skills.
- Able to work with minimal or no supervision in the field.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Forklift Certification
- Steel toed, non-slip, work boots (boot reimbursement provided by Bailey).
- Leather gloves, rubber gloves (provided by Bailey).
- Safety glasses (provided by Bailey).
- Hearing protection (provided by Bailey).
- Safety vest (provided by Bailey).
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic inspections as directed.
- Obtain input from customer and identify the cause of failure.
- Perform repairs or provide recommendations as needed using appropriate tools and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Maintain a clean work area and return to pre-repair or better condition.
- Maintain legible and detailed working records for time, parts, supplies and outside purchases in repairs.
- Maintain daily records of repairs for correct service billing.
- Maintain and care for tools, equipment and vehicles. Notify management of any need for repairs or replacements.
- Participate in job related training, including supporting the safety program, and maintaining licenses and certifications to avoid expirations.
- Represent Bailey by maintaining professional appearance, wearing Bailey uniform, keeping the vehicle and work areas clean, and being courteous and informative with customers.
- Handle other duties and special projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits
- Multiple health plans including one plan with 100% employer paid premiums
- Generous 401K matching
- 100% Employer paid short- and long-term disability
- Industry-leading vacation plan with new employees earning 3 weeks of PTO per year and eligible for up to 5 additional sick days
- Referral bonuses
- Assigned company vehicles
- Substantial training opportunities for all team members (OEM training and proprietary training through Bailey University)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
