Forklift Technician-Field - Richland/Pasco/Kenewick, WA - (Tri-Cities)

Bailey Equipment and Intralogistics • Kennewick, WA

55d • $23 - $48

About The Position

Bailey is a family-owned and operated business that sells, leases, rents, services, and provides parts for forklift trucks. Forklift Technicians troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment and perform repairs and scheduled maintenance according to customer needs. They provide timely, polite, and professional customer service while working on assignments that vary by task, tools, and duration.

The role typically involves completing full inspections of equipment components, especially safety-related items. Technicians repair identified problems or explain them to customers, recommend repairs, provide quotes, and complete the required paperwork. Some jobs may require lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without an accommodation. The posting describes the position as serving the greater Seattle area, including Snohomish or Skagit counties, while the job title lists Richland/Pasco/Kennewick, Washington (Tri-Cities).

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.
• Ability to work in the field with minimal or no supervision.
• Valid driver's license.
• Forklift certification.
• Personable, reliable, ethical, intelligent, adaptable, and able to solve problems while working with customers, suppliers, coworkers, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic inspections as directed, obtain customer input, and identify causes of equipment failure.
• Perform repairs or provide recommendations using appropriate tools and personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a clean work area and restore it to its pre-repair condition or better.
• Keep legible, detailed records of repair time, parts, supplies, and outside purchases, and maintain daily repair records for accurate service billing.
• Maintain and care for tools, equipment, and vehicles, and notify management when repairs or replacements are needed.
• Participate in job-related training, support the safety program, and maintain licenses and certifications so they do not expire.
• Represent Bailey professionally by wearing the company uniform, keeping vehicles and work areas clean, and being courteous and informative with customers.
• Handle other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, including multiple health plans; one plan has 100% employer-paid premiums.
• Generous 401(k) matching.
• 100% employer-paid short- and long-term disability.
• Vacation plan offering new employees three weeks of PTO per year, with eligibility for up to five additional sick days.
• Referral bonuses.
• Assigned company vehicles.
• Training opportunities, including OEM training and internal training through Bailey University.
• Boot reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed