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MHE/Forklift Maintenance Technician

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Lineage

Burien, WA, USA
USD 24.71-41.68 / hour
Posted on Feb 11, 2026
In this role, your primary focus will be maintaining and repairing forklifts and material handling equipment (MHE) to keep the operation running safely and efficiently. You’ll also support general facility maintenance as needed, following all safety and company guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on forklifts and other MHE according to manufacturer and company standards

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues impacting equipment performance

  • At automated sites, complete PMs and basic troubleshooting on sensors, switches, and control components (photo eyes, proximity switches, push buttons, etc.)

  • Perform basic inspections and minor repairs on refrigeration systems (training provided as needed)

  • Accurately document completed work, inspections, and repairs, and communicate equipment status to leadership daily

  • Support facility and exterior maintenance tasks as needed

  • Use hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment to fabricate or repair components

  • Operate lifts and other motorized equipment safely while inspecting, maintaining, or repairing assets

Required Experience & Skills

  • At least 1 year of hands-on maintenance experience (or a combination of experience and trade/technical school), with a strong preference for:

    • Forklift or MHE maintenance

    • Industrial or building maintenance

  • Confident using hand tools and power tools

  • Comfortable completing preventative maintenance with minimal supervision

  • Basic computer skills for work orders and documentation

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with all levels of the team

  • Good troubleshooting skills and attention to detail

  • Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in cold storage environments (down to -20°F / -25°C) or warmer dry facilities (up to 100°F / 37°C), with provided PPE and freezer gear

  • Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. (may vary by location)

  • Flexibility to work different shifts or weekends as needed

  • Comfort working around equipment noise and, at some sites, working at heights

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.