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Mechanical Maintenance Technician

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Lineage

Lynden, WA, USA
USD 19.9-33.61 / hour
Posted on Jan 7, 2026
Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Seasonal Schedule: During harvest seasons (July and October), expect a busier schedule with up to 6 days per week. Outside of harvest periods, the workload is lighter.
We’re looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician with a strong mechanical background to take the lead on maintaining and repairing our forklift fleet and other material handling equipment. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and keeping equipment in top shape.

What You’ll Do

  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on forklifts and other material handling equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical components impacting facility operations.
  • Complete routine inspections and maintenance on facility systems, including plumbing and electrical.
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
  • Use power tools and welding equipment as needed for repairs and fabrication.
  • Operate lifts and other equipment safely while performing maintenance tasks.

What We’re Looking For

  • Mechanical expertise – experience with forklifts or material handling equipment is a big plus!
  • Ability to perform preventative maintenance with minimal supervision.
  • Comfortable using power and hand tools.
  • Basic computer skills for logging maintenance activities.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in varying temperatures (cold storage and dry storage environments).
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work safely at heights when required.
  • Flexible schedule availability, including occasional weekends.

Preferred Experience

  • 1+ year of maintenance experience or trade school training in mechanical repair.
  • Welding experience is a plus.
  • Familiarity with refrigeration systems (Freon, CO₂, or ammonia) is helpful but not required.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a team that values safety, reliability, and growth. If you’re passionate about keeping equipment running smoothly and want a role where your mechanical skills make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Pay Range:$19.90 - $33.61

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.