Yard Technician

Yard Technician

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.

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

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

Physical Requirements

• 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%

Why Work for REIC?

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.