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How much do wash rack technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for wash rack technician in California is $25.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $28.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wash rack technician?

A Wash Rack Technician is responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and inspecting equipment, vehicles, or machinery using high-pressure washers, cleaning agents, and other tools. They ensure equipment is free from dirt, grease, and hazardous materials to maintain functionality and safety standards. This role often involves working outdoors or in designated wash areas, handling waste disposal, and following safety protocols. Attention to detail and physical stamina are essential for performing repetitive tasks efficiently.

What are some typical challenges a wash rack technician may face, and how can they be managed?

Wash Rack Technicians often encounter challenges such as handling heavy or dirty equipment, operating cleaning machinery safely, and adhering to strict safety and environmental protocols. The work environment can be physically demanding, requiring proper lifting techniques and the consistent use of personal protective equipment. Adapting to varying workloads and collaborating with other maintenance or operations team members is also common. Staying organized, maintaining a focus on safety, and communicating effectively with supervisors help technicians overcome these challenges and contribute to a productive, team-oriented workspace.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the wash rack technician position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wash Rack Technician, you need basic mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and physical stamina, with a high school diploma or equivalent often required. Familiarity with pressure washers, cleaning agents, and safety procedures or certifications such as OSHA training is highly valued. Strong time management, teamwork, and effective communication skills set top candidates apart in this role. These abilities are vital for ensuring safe, efficient, and thorough cleaning of equipment while maintaining productivity and a safe working environment.

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Infographic showing various Wash Rack Technician job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,011 per year, or $25 per hour.

Engine Rental Technician

Holt of California

West Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Holt Of California rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 175 rated vehicle equipment hire


Job description

Holt of California is proud to be part of the elite group of Caterpillar dealers worldwide. We sell, rent and service a wide-variety of equipment Including Large and Small Construction Tractors, Forklifts, and Prime/Stand-by-Power Generation.

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN West Sacramento, CA.

POSITION SUMMARY

Works in the Power Systems Service shop and rental yard Performing shop and equipment inspections. Responsible for check-in, check- out of rental equipment, inspection and maintenance of the shop and equipment, wash rack, and load banks

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist customers arriving or picking up equipment from the location.
  • Check in equipment and do a safety check to see that machine is in the same condition as it was rented.
  • Check out equipment by assisting customers with loading equipment and providing any instructions that are needed regarding attachments or other items.
  • After rental return initial inspection, check to ensure machine is in good working condition.
  • Perform basic PM services and repairs.
  • Prepare machine for rental by cleaning and checking all fluids and that safety features are working properly.
  • Responsible for adding oil, airing tires, replacing, or repairing minor parts, and/or accessories on equipment.
  • Red tag equipment that need repairs.
  • Work with rental coordinators and shop on scheduling of repairs.
  • Ensure machines are rent ready condition (steam cleaned and clean) then place on ready line ensuring proper location and in a uniform position.
  • Assist drivers with loading and unloading, unchaining equipment as needed.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Utilize Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS

  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, and other employees of the organization.
  • Ability to fulfill the essential functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school or GED and one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle and feel objects, tools, controls and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and talk or listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside-weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

COMPENSATION

Wage Range $28.48 Hourly

Wage depends on knowledge, skills and ability to perform the responsibilities of the job.

WHY WORK FOR HOLT?

Hourly rate of pay as negotiated with Operating Engineers, Local #3. Excellent company-paid benefits include medical, dental, retirement, vacations and holidays.

Holt is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/DV. Holt provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, all applicable veteran status or disabled veteran status.

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Company Description

People come first at Holt of California. Whether you are a customer or employee, we strive to meet your needs to the best of our abilities. It takes a special combination of productivity and safety to provide our customers with superior customer service while ensuring our employees go home safe every day.

The safety of our employees is one of the highest priorities we place on our company culture and comes through in our Vision Zero initiative. Vision Zero has the goal to have zero injuries and incidents without sacrificing quality and productivity.

Holt of California understands that what happens at work can affect you at home and vice versa. We strive to provide our employees with a safe, enjoyable work environment that extends through to the benefits we offer to them and their families. It’s important to us that our employees know things are taken care of at home so they can focus on the job at hand when at work.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.


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