Experienced Truck Technician / Mechanic - Day Shift
About The Position
Pape’ Kenworth is seeking an experienced truck technician/mechanic to maintain and repair medium- and heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 trucks. The technician diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical and electrical issues and repairs or rebuilds components such as cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems. The work supports customer success by keeping trucks operating smoothly and maximizing uptime. The technician works with other trained technicians in a fully equipped shop and receives training and support. The schedule is either Monday through Friday or Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Candidates must provide their own tools and successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. The listed compensation is $33.80–$38.15 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience working on all makes and models of medium- and heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 trucks, including engine repair, electronic troubleshooting, HVAC systems, and chassis repair; alternatively, a Diesel Technician degree and a mechanical aptitude/background are accepted.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Self-motivation and assertiveness.
- Ability to work under little or no supervision.
- Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
- Must provide own tools.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.
Nice To Haves
- Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred.
- Cummins and MX software experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair medium- and heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 trucks.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues and identify repair solutions.
- Repair or rebuild truck components, including cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems.
- Complete work accurately, efficiently, and to high standards to support customer success and maximize truck uptime.
Benefits
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement plans with company match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Prescription insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Online and instructor-led training
- Tuition reimbursement for training programs
- Progressive vacation plans, including 80 hours of vacation in the first year, prorated for new hires based on start date, with additional vacation tiers based on seniority
- 40 hours of sick leave
- 7 paid holidays each year
- Training and mentoring, with continued learning opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
