Loading Dock & Door 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-26-00029

Category
Service Technician

Location
North West Handling Systems, Inc. Corporate

Position
Service Technician

Description


Our Dock and Door Technicians are in a construction-based position. Responsibilities include service & installation of loading dock/material handling products. Technicians will travel daily to customer locations to provide services dependent on our customers needs. Duties include Installation of new dock and door equipment, troubleshooting and diagnosing customer equipment, and providing a high level of customer service. Day to day, technicians will work with electrical, hydraulic and mechanical repairs and installations.

Dock and Door Technicians need to have the ability to adapt to a changing work schedule, as they are required to respond to a consistent flow of service calls being dispatched. Technicians need to maintain confident communication with our customers, to gather and provide all necessary information during an installation, service or maintenance call. Documenting and reporting findings/work performed is a key component to working out in the field, so technical competence is required to be successful as a Dock and Door Technician.

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

STARTING PAY: $28.00/HOUR DOE

***$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


Must pass a background check and DOT/Drug Tests.

Valid Driver License

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to organize workload to meet deadlines.

Ability to maintain and inventory all parts and equipment in a company provided vehicle.

Ability to effectively communicate positively with customers and management.

Dedication to customer satisfaction.

Must be able to lift 75lbs.

Bonus points

24 months of experience in a related industry

Experience installing and servicing loading dock equipment, overhead doors and scissor lifts

Electric, hydraulic and welding experience

MS Office products experience

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Open Date
6/2/2026


This position is currently accepting applications.