Entry- Level Body Shop Technician
About The Position
ENTRY-LEVEL BODY SHOP TECHNICIAN: Do you love turning wrenches? Are you looking to further establish your career as a Technician? As the premier medium and heavy-duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, Pape' Kenworth is ready to hire a motivated Entry Level Body Shop Technician to their team in Federal Way, WA. At Pape', you can count on us to heavily invest in your Technician career through training, resources, and support. We want to see you grow your skill set and experience, and in turn, provide excellent compensation, work-life balance, and benefits for you and your family. Come join our team! WHAT YOU'LL DO: In this role, you will learn to work on medium and heavy-duty class 6- 8 trucks, including performing pre/post repair washes, bodywork, replacement of parts, installs on new trucks, and other minor repairs as assigned. Everyday picture yourself working on trucks under the guidance of senior technicians, all while you continue building your skills and knowledge as a Technician. To thrive in this job, you must be a self-starter, a team player, and be willing to learn.
Requirements
- Diesel or Auto Body degree is a plus!
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record, including the ability to get a commercial driver's license.
- Ability to frequently move and lift up to 75 lbs.
- Availability to work either day (6:00am-2:30pm) or swing (noon-8:30pm) shifts.
Nice To Haves
- Having your own tools is a plus, but not required.
Responsibilities
- performing pre/post repair washes
- bodywork
- replacement of parts
- installs on new trucks
- other minor repairs as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience level.
- Outstanding benefits including - 401(k) & Roth 401(k) Retirement Plans with Company Match; Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans); Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Online and Instructor-Led Training; Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs.
- Progressive Vacation Plans, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays - Members receive 80 hours of vacation (First year is prorated for new hires based on start date), 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked, and 7 paid holidays each year. Papé vacation plans also have tiers based on your seniority, so as your seniority grows, your vacation time off does as well.
- Advancement - Pape' is a dynamic, growth-oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within.
- Stability and reputation - Pape' is a family-owned, fourth-generation company with over 160 locations, over 4,500 members and 85 plus years of experience. Pape' is known for their stability, honesty and integrity.
- Equipment - We have the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory!
- Employee impact - Enjoy an open-door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
- Training - You will be provided with training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
