Yard Technician - Yakima, WA

REIC – Yakima, WA

REIC is hiring a Yard Technician with experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, strong customer service skills, and a passion for quality, safety, and teamwork. If you take pride in maintaining equipment, supporting customers, and keeping a clean and organized yard, we encourage you to apply.

As a Yard Technician, you will play a key role in preparing rental equipment for customers, supporting front-line customer interactions, and maintaining the overall appearance and safety of the yard. This is a hands-on position working with both small and large (heavy) equipment.

• Wash, detail, and prepare rental equipment prior to delivery

• Inspect returned equipment and perform minor repairs to ensure it is rent-ready

• Load and unload equipment and interact professionally with customers during equipment pickup and return

• Communicate rental details clearly with customers and the Rental Coordinator

• Hook up and receive trailers and smaller rented items

• Assist with organizing and improving the overall appearance of the yard

• Prepare the yard for opening and closing each business day

• Deliver a positive customer experience by being helpful, courteous, and solution-oriented

• Follow all safety policies and procedures

Required

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and reliable transportation

• Previous customer service experience with a strong focus on professionalism and communication

• Ability to pass drug and alcohol testing and commit to a drug-free workplace

• Ability to pass forklift, AWP, and propane training

• Strong focus on safety

• Ability to follow instructions and work toward established goals

• Comfortable working independently with limited supervision

• Ability to work a fluctuating schedule, including some Saturdays

Preferred

• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues

• Previous experience working with rental or heavy equipment

• Experience working directly with customers in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

• Ability to walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and reach throughout the shift

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds multiple times per day

Estimated Workday Activity

• Standing: 50%

• Walking: 45%

• Sitting: 5%

REIC is a fast-growing, elite equipment rental company with 55 locations across North America, operating under several brand names including Midway Rental, Pro Rentals and Sales, Excavator Rental Service, Black Mountain Rental, and Aim High Equipment Rentals.

Our benefits include:

• Health, vision, and dental coverage for full-time employees and family members

• Company-paid life insurance

• Voluntary benefits (life, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness)

• Generous PTO plus company-paid holidays

• Company-paid volunteer opportunities

• Tuition reimbursement program

• 401(k) with company match after 90 days

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

*REIC does not accept solicitation from third-party agency recruiters.

REIC and all affiliates operate as drug-free environments, which includes marijuana. A pre-employment drug screening that tests for THC and other drugs, as well as a full background check, is required of all newly hired employees.