Service Technician

North West Handling Systems; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Flex Plan

Short Term Disability

Job summary

North West Handling Systems is seeking experienced automotive and diesel mechanics for field service roles in Spokane. We're looking for technicians to diagnose and repair lift trucks, ensuring optimal functional performance.

Benefits include comprehensive health plans and a competitive pay rate starting at $28.00 per hour. A signing bonus of $1,500 is available after 12 months. Join our growing team!

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a mechanic or technician in automotive or diesel fields.
• Ability to diagnose and repair lift trucks effectively.
• Familiarity with safety standards in a mechanical work environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace any component on lift trucks.
• Troubleshoot lift trucks to determine faults.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services.
• Test drive forklifts and inspect systems.

Skills

Repair and maintenance of lift trucks

Troubleshooting mechanical issues

Use of hand and pneumatic tools

Electrical system repair

Brake system repair

Job description

ARE YOU AN EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE, DIESEL, OR OTHER MECHANIC OR TECHNICIAN?
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR FIELD SERVCE WORK INSTEAD OF BEING LOCKED IN A SHOP ALL DAY?
WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING TO ADD EXPERIENCED TECHNICANS TO OUR GROWING TEAMS.

• Repairs/replaces virtually any component on lift trucks.
• Troubleshoots and/or diagnoses lift truck to determine fault/failure or extent of malfunction/damage.
• Crawls under equipment, to gain access to mechanical components located beneath lift truck.
• Removes faulty components using assortment of hand tools, pneumatic tools, lift truck jacks and hoists.
• Disassembles unit and inspects parts/components for wear.
• Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty components/assemblies.
• Repair and service electrical systems.
• Inspects, adjusts, repairs and rebuilds brake systems.
• Read display for fault codes.
• Downloads software updates.
• Replaces and adjusts lights, and installs and repairs accessories as required.
• Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as lubrication, and tune‑ups.
• Test drive forklifts and test components and systems.
• Performs pre‑delivery inspections and assembly of new forklifts as required.

Full Benefits: 401(k), Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Flex Plan, and Short Term Disability.

STARTING PAY: $28.00/HOUR DOE

WAGE NEGOTIABLE FOR EXPERIENCE!

$1,500 Signing Bonus once new hire has completed 12 months of employment.

Experienced material handling technicians with 3 or more years' experience are eligible for a one‑time $3,000.00 bonus, paid out after 12 months of continuous employment.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled