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. This role involves maintaining and repairing medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high standards. The technician will support customer success by keeping trucks running smoothly and maximizing uptime. Daily tasks include diagnosing and troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues, identifying solutions, and repairing or rebuilding major components such as cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems. The position offers opportunities for skill improvement alongside other trained technicians 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.
- Experience with engine repair, electronic trouble-shooting, HVAC systems, and chassis repair.
- Diesel tech degree and a mechanical aptitude/background will also be 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.
Nice To Haves
- Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred.
- Cummins and MX software experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues on medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks.
- Repair or rebuild major components including cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems.
- Maintain and repair medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high standards.
- Support customer success by keeping their trucks running smoothly and maximizing uptime.
- Continue improving skills while working alongside other highly trained technicians in a fully equipped shop.
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 (7 per year)
- Advancement opportunities
- Training and mentoring
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
