Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic

About the role

As an Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic at Pape’ Kenworth in Ferndale, WA, you will lead diagnostics and repairs of medium and heavy Class 7 & 8 trucks, mentor fellow technicians, and ensure high-quality, safe repairs that maximize customer uptime.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex mechanical and electronic malfunctions
• Determine best repair strategy and execute repairs or rebuilds on major systems (engines, transmissions, axles, steering, brakes, clutches, electrical, air systems)
• Ensure every truck repair is completed with precision, efficiency, and lasting quality
• Serve as a mentor and technical resource for other technicians
• Support customers by maximizing uptime and getting trucks back on the road quickly, safely, and correctly the first time

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working on all makes and models of medium and heavy-duty Class 7/8 trucks, including engine repair, electronic troubleshooting, HVAC systems, and chassis repair
• Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred
• Basic computer knowledge
• Cummins and MX software experience preferred
• Self‑motivation and assertiveness
• Ability to work under little or no supervision
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills
• Must provide own tools

Pay

$40.90‑45.45 per hour (depending on experience)

Benefits

• 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 – 80 hours vacation (first year prorated)
• Sick leave – 1 hour for every 40 hours worked
• 7 paid holidays each year
• Vacation tiers increase with seniority
• Advancement opportunities – promotion from within
• Stability and reputation – family‑owned, fourth‑generation company with 85+ years, 160+ locations, 4,000+ employees
• Largest equipment and parts inventory in the West
• Open‑door policy – employee voice heard
• Training and mentoring for role and continued skill growth