MHE/Forklift Maintenance Technician

Lineage•Burien, WA

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, your primary focus will be maintaining and repairing forklifts and material handling equipment (MHE) to keep the operation running safely and efficiently. You’ll also support general facility maintenance as needed, following all safety and company guidelines. This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members. Lineage is one of the world’s leading temperature-controlled logistics companies. Driven by our core values, we’re reimagining the global food supply chain. Lineage helps customers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small family-owned businesses increase the efficiency and protect the integrity of their temperature-controlled supply chain. In recognition of the company’s leading innovations, Lineage was recognized as the No 1. Data Science company on Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2019, in addition to ranking 23rd overall in an evaluation of thousands of companies worldwide. As part of the Lineage family, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career as we continually expand, using technology and award-winning innovations, to meet the needs of customers around the world. At Lineage Logistics, helping to feed the world is more than a job – it’s a purpose we live every day.

Requirements

At least 1 year of hands-on maintenance experience (or a combination of experience and trade/technical school)
Forklift or MHE maintenance
Industrial or building maintenance
Confident using hand tools and power tools
Comfortable completing preventative maintenance with minimal supervision
Basic computer skills for work orders and documentation
Strong communication skills and ability to work with all levels of the team
Good troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively

Nice To Haves

Forklift or MHE maintenance
Industrial or building maintenance

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on forklifts and other MHE according to manufacturer and company standards
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues impacting equipment performance
At automated sites, complete PMs and basic troubleshooting on sensors, switches, and control components (photo eyes, proximity switches, push buttons, etc.)
Perform basic inspections and minor repairs on refrigeration systems (training provided as needed)
Accurately document completed work, inspections, and repairs, and communicate equipment status to leadership daily
Support facility and exterior maintenance tasks as needed
Use hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment to fabricate or repair components
Operate lifts and other motorized equipment safely while inspecting, maintaining, or repairing assets