Journeyman Truck Technician / Mechanic
About The Position
Pape’ Kenworth is seeking a Journeyman Truck Technician / Mechanic to work in its Yakima, Washington shop. The technician will repair, maintain, and service medium- and heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 trucks, completing work accurately and promptly to support customers and maximize vehicle uptime. The role also serves as a source of guidance and expertise for other technicians. The position involves diagnosing complex truck malfunctions and system failures and selecting appropriate repairs. Work may include repairing or rebuilding cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems. Technicians are expected to help ensure vehicle reliability, reduce downtime, extend vehicle life, and meet high standards for safety and quality. The company provides training, mentoring, and ongoing learning opportunities.
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.
- Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.
Nice To Haves
- Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred.
- Cummins and MX software experience preferred.
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 truck 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 knowledgeable leader and provide guidance to other technicians.
- Deliver work that meets safety and quality standards.
Benefits
- 401(k) and 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, including 80 hours of vacation in the first year, prorated for new hires based on start date, with increased vacation tiers based on seniority.
- Sick leave accrued at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked.
- Seven paid holidays each year.
- Training and mentoring, plus continued learning opportunities.
- Advancement opportunities and a focus on promoting from within.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
