Journeyman Truck Technician / Mechanic
About The Position
Pape’ Kenworth is hiring a Journeyman Truck Technician / Mechanic to work in the shop in Yakima, Washington, repairing medium- and heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 trucks. The technician diagnoses complex malfunctions and system failures, determines and completes appropriate repairs, and maintains and services trucks to promote reliability, minimize downtime, and extend vehicle life. Repair work may involve cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems. The position calls for sound judgment, attention to detail, and work that meets high safety and quality standards. The technician also serves as a knowledgeable resource and leader for others, helping return sidelined trucks to service quickly and correctly.
Requirements
- At least 3 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.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Self-motivation and assertiveness.
- Ability to work with little or no supervision.
- Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
- Must provide own tools.
Nice To Haves
- Kenworth Essentials certifications.
- Cummins and MX software experience.
Responsibilities
- Repair medium- and heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 trucks in the shop accurately and promptly.
- Analyze and diagnose complex truck malfunctions and system failures, and determine the appropriate repairs.
- Repair or rebuild cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems.
- Maintain and service trucks to support reliability, minimize downtime, and extend vehicle life.
- Help return sidelined trucks to service quickly and correctly the first time.
- Serve as a leader and source of guidance and expertise for other technicians.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on skills, training, and experience.
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement plans with company match.
- Medical, dental, vision, and 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.
- Vacation plans, sick leave, and paid holidays.
- Advancement opportunities and a focus on promoting from within.
- 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
