Maintenance Technician- MHE/Forklift

Lineage; Burien (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life & disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Annual bonus eligibility

Holidays

Job summary

Lineage in Burien, WA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our warehouse equipment and facilities in top condition. You will maintain and repair forklifts and other material handling equipment, while supporting building and facility maintenance to ensure smooth operations.

You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, operate tools, and document repairs. Strong teamwork and attention to safety are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of hands-on maintenance experience.
• Experience maintaining forklifts, MHE, and industrial buildings preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on forklifts and MHE.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on forklifts and warehouse equipment.
• Perform routine building maintenance (doors, docks, lighting, plumbing, etc.).
• Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facility assets.
• Document maintenance activities and complete work orders.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Forklifts & MHE

Mechanical skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Documentation

Teamwork

Job description

Shift: First

Pay Range: $25-35/hr based on experience

If you enjoy working with your hands, troubleshooting equipment, and keeping facilities operating safely and efficiently, this could be a great fit. In this role, you’ll primarily maintain and repair forklifts and other material handling equipment (MHE) while also supporting building and facility maintenance to ensure the operation runs smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on forklifts and other material handling equipment (MHE)
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on forklifts and warehouse equipment
• Complete routine building maintenance, including repairs to doors, docks, lighting, plumbing, and other facility systems
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on both equipment and facility assets
• Perform basic inspections and minor refrigeration repairs (training provided as needed)
• Complete work orders and accurately document maintenance activities
• Communicate equipment and facility status with the maintenance team and leadership
• Safely operate lifts and use hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment to complete repairs

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year of hands‑on maintenance experience or a combination of maintenance experience and trade/technical school
• Experience maintaining forklifts, material handling equipment (MHE), and commercial or industrial buildings is preferred
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment with minimal supervision
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and basic maintenance equipment
• Basic computer skills for completing work orders and documenting repairs
• Strong communication skills and a team‑first attitude
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance tasks in a fast‑paced warehouse environment

Work Environment

• Work in a cold storage warehouse (temperatures as low as -20°F ) or other warehouse environments (up to 100°F ). All freezer gear and PPE are provided.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as needed.
• Comfortable working around moving equipment, machinery, and occasionally at elevated heights.

Why Join Lineage?

At Lineage, you’ll help keep our warehouse running by maintaining the forklifts and facilities that support our operation. We offer opportunities to grow your maintenance career through training, hands‑on experience, and a team that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Pay Range:$24.71 - $41.68

Why Lineage?

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 an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Benefits

• Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.