Service Technician

Title

Service Technician

About the Organization Serving the Pacific Northwest since 1971

North West Handling Systems, Inc. is a full line material handling equipment distributor with full branch operations in Seattle, Anchorage, Yakima, Spokane, Portland, Olympia, and Albany. Providing the best Material Handling service in the country, NWHS is a recognized leader in the industry. EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Req Number SER-26-00042 Category Service Technician Location North West Handling Systems, Inc. Albany Branch Position Service Technician 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..
• Trouble shoots and/or diagnosis 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

Position Requirements

• Ability to organize workload to meet deadlines.
• Effectively communicate with customers, and management.
• We are looking for technicians either Auto, Diesel or other with 36 months experience as a diesel, auto, or other technician.
• Must be able to lift 75lbs.
• Must supply own tools.
• MS Office products experience a plus.
• Ability to interact in a positive manner with customers.
• Dedicated to customer satisfaction.
• Forklift Certification
• Valid Driver License
• Must Pass Background Check and DOT/Drug Tests.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Open Date 6/9/2026

This position is currently accepting applications.

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