Experienced Truck Technician / Mechanic
About The Position
Pape’ Kenworth, a premier medium and heavy-duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, is seeking an Experienced Truck Technician to join their team. Pape’ invests in employee growth through robust training programs and continuous support, offering competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a strong work-life balance. This role involves maintaining and repairing medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high standards to support customer success by keeping their trucks running smoothly and maximizing uptime. The technician will diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues, repair or rebuild major components, and continuously improve skills in a fully equipped shop with the right tools, training, and support.
Requirements
- 2 or more years of experience working on all makes and models of medium and heavy-duty class 7/8 trucks, including engine repair, electronic trouble-shooting, HVAC systems, and chassis repair.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Diesel tech degree and a mechanical aptitude/background.
- Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred.
- Cummins and MX software experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining and repairing medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks.
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues.
- Repairing or rebuilding major components such as cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems.
- Ensuring every job is completed accurately, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
- Directly supporting customer success by keeping their trucks running smoothly and maximizing uptime.
- Continuing to improve skills while working alongside other highly trained technicians.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on skills, training, and experience level.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
