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title: "Tire Technician Spotlight: Refugio Rosales"
description: Meet Refugio Rosales, a dedicated tire technician at Mid Columbia Forklift. Discover his passion for people and technical expertise.
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# [Tire Technician Spotlight: Refugio Rosales](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/tire-technician-spotlight-refugio-rosales)

 Written by [Jennifer Reisinger](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/author/jennifer-reisinger) | November 3, 2023 at 4:26 PM

Welcome back! In this month's employee spotlight, we're recognizing Refugio Rosales, one of our Pasco branch's most devoted family members. He is a well-rounded tire technician with a passion for people. Read on to learn more about Refugio, his interest in travel, and why he's been a valued Mid Columbia Forklift family member for over a decade.

## How Long Have You Worked at Mid Columbia Forklift?

I have worked at Midco for about 10 years now.

## How Many Years Do You Have of Technical Experience?

I have about 30 years of experience as a [tire technician](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/tire-technician-spotlight-duncan-bellotti) under my belt.

## How Did You Get Started as a Tire Technician?

I got started as a tire technician by answering an ad in the newspaper that was advertising a job for a forklift tire technician.

## What Do You Like About Your Job? Any Fun Facts?     

I think that what I like the most about my job is all the travel it entails. I get to travel all around eastern Washington as well as parts of Oregon and meet a lot of different people.

## How Is Mid Columbia Forklift Different From Other Places You’ve Worked?

The family atmosphere at [Mid Columbia Forklift](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/washington-forklift-dealer-celebrates-45th-anniversary) is great and, believe it or not, pretty unique.

### Tell Us About a Professional Achievement You Feel Especially Proud Of.

While I do have so much experience as a tire technician, working with forklifts presents its own unique challenges. It’s fun and rewarding.

### What Do You Do With Your Free Time?

In my free time, I can probably be found spending time with friends and family.

### What Is Your Favorite Local Sports Team, Local Bar, or Restaurant?

My favorite sports team is the Las Vegas Raiders. My favorite type of restaurant is a steak house.

### Anything Else You’d Like People To Know About You?

I’m fun to hang out with and a very caring person.

### Passionate About People

Technical skill is only one part of being a top-notch tire technician. To be truly great, you must be a people person, willing to build relationships wherever the job takes you. Refugio excels in both these categories. [Technicians](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/forklift-technician-randy-evans) like him are the backbone of Mid Columbia Forklift. That passion for people is what makes us a family and sets us apart from the competition.

Compassion is often an understated part of what keeps our clients' forklifts running. Our technicians care deeply about the people they serve. A job well done is more than just a work order. It's a commitment to a friend. That kind of human connection keeps our tire technicians excited and excelling. So, if you're a people person like Refugio, join our family of best-in-class technicians. [Apply online](https://www.midcoforklift.com/midco-careers) or browse all of our available positions on our [Careers page](https://www.midcoforklift.com/midco-careers).

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Further Reading  
[Tire Technician Spotlight: Duncan Bellotti](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/tire-technician-spotlight-duncan-bellotti)  
[Mid Columbia Forklift Celebrates 45 Exciting Years](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/washington-forklift-dealer-celebrates-45th-anniversary)  
[Forklift Technician Spotlight: Randy Evans](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/forklift-technician-randy-evans)

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