Field Technician / Mechanic - Periodic Maintenance

ZipRecruiter; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape’ Material Handling is seeking a Field Technician to perform maintenance and minor repairs on forklifts in Seattle, WA. This role offers excellent training, resources, and support, along with competitive pay and outstanding benefits, providing a solid career opportunity in a family-owned company with a strong reputation.

Benefits

401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs

Paid Holidays

Progressive Vacation Plans

Training and mentoring programs

Open-door policy

Qualifications

• 1+ years servicing electric and internal combustion lift trucks and construction equipment.
• Ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodic maintenance on all makes and models of forklifts.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and running in peak form.
• Interact with customers during service calls.

Skills

Self-motivation

Excellent communication

Customer relations

Basic computer knowledge

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPAPE’ MATERIAL HANDLING, INC. – SEATTLE, WA

FIELD TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC – PERIODIC MAINTENANCE:

Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow your skills as a mechanic? Are you looking for not just another job, but a career? Pape’ Material Handling, the premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Periodic Maintenance Technician to join their team in Seattle, WA.

At Pape’, you can count on us to invest heavily in your Technician career through training, resources, and support. We want to see you grow your skill set and experience, and in turn, provide excellent compensation, work-life balance, and benefits for you and your family. Come join our team!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As our Field PM Technician, you will work at customer locations and perform periodic maintenance on all makes and models of forklifts, as well as performing minor equipment repairs such as lights, belts, engine tune-ups, and hoses. Your job is to ensure our customer’s equipment is properly maintained, running in peak form, and maximizing their uptime. Every day, picture yourself traveling the area in a fully loaded Pape’ service vehicle, performing top-notch work on equipment, interacting with customers, and knowing that they can count on you to get the job done right.

WHAT YOU NEED

• 1 or more years servicing electric and internal combustion lift trucks and construction equipment.
• Self-motivation and assertive attitude.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must have own tools.

Compensation: $24.94-36.16/hr (Depending on Experience)

Why work for Pape’:

• Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience level.
• Outstanding benefits including – 401(k) & Roth 401(k) Retirement Plans with Company Match; Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans); Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Online and Instructor-Led Training; Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs.
• Progressive Vacation Plans, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays – Members receive 80 hours of vacation (First year is prorated for new hires based on start date), 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, and 7 paid holidays each year. Papé vacation plans also have tiers based on your seniority, so as your seniority grows, your vacation time off does as well.
• Advancement – Pape’ is a dynamic, growth-oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within.
• Stability and reputation — Pape’ is a family-owned, fourth- company with over 160 locations, over 4,500 members and 85 plus years of experience. Pape’ is known for their stability, honesty and integrity.
• Equipment – We have the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory!
• Employee impact – Enjoy an open-door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
• Training – You will be provided with training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.

The Pape’ Group maintains a drug-free workplace and as such, requires candidates to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.