Equipment Technician
About the role
Location: 18930 29th Avenue West, Lynnwood, WA 98036. The Equipment Technician (ET) is a dedicated, multi-club technician responsible for all aspects of fitness equipment repair, preventative maintenance, and uptime within their assigned 24 Hour Fitness locations. The ET supports member satisfaction by ensuring workout equipment is consistently safe, functional, and aligned with company standards. This role is a critical part of the Facilities team and collaborates regularly with club General Managers, Facility Technicians (FTs), and the DRMM.
Responsibilities
- Conducts walkthroughs and diagnostics of fitness equipment across assigned clubs
- Performs on-site corrective repairs on cardio, strength, and functional equipment
- Completes and documents all PM tasks per manufacturer and company schedules
- Maintains parts inventory and coordinates reorders with DRMM
- Ensures all repairs are logged in ServiceChannel (or other maintenance systems)
- Partners with OEMs and vendors when technical support or specialized parts are needed
- Attends area training and vendor workshops to stay current on equipment
- Provides repair status updates to the DRMM and GMs
- Trains club staff on basic care and early failure reporting
- Supports emergency repair needs outside regular hours if required
- Travels lightly between assigned clubs as needed
Requirements
High School diploma or GED required.
Physical demands: ability to lift up to 75 lbs.; frequent standing, kneeling, bending, and working in tight spaces; may involve exposure to grease, oil, and cleaning chemicals; must wear 24 Hour Fitness approved uniform; tools provided.
Skills
- Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
- Ability to read schematics and equipment manuals
- Basic computer literacy (e.g., email, maintenance systems)
- Excellent organization and communication
- High attention to safety, detail, and follow-through
- Self-motivated with ability to work independently
Qualifications
- 2+ years in equipment repair or related mechanical work (fitness equipment preferred)
- Preferred: OEM certifications from Life Fitness, Matrix, Precor, or similar
- Preferred: Experience with ServiceChannel or similar systems
- Preferred: Associate degree or vocational training in a mechanical or electrical field
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical and dental coverage
- 401k with match for qualifying positions
- Free gym membership
- Discounts on products and personal training
- Employee Resource Groups for community events
- Group life and accident insurance (Company paid)
- Eligibility for vacation hours accrual
- Complimentary membership for eligible dependents
Pay
Pay range: $21.54 - $26.92 per hour. Additional compensation details: Free Club Membership, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life and AD&D Insurance ($10,000), 401k Savings and Investment Plan. For those averaging 30+ hours/week: Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits, Paid Time Off, Sickness Benefits (accrue 1 hour sick time per 30 hours worked). Actual offer may vary based on location, experience, education.