Experienced Truck Technician / Mechanic

About the Role

Pape’ Kenworth, a premier medium and heavy-duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, is seeking an Experienced Truck Technician to join our team. At Pape’, we invest in your growth through robust training programs and continuous support, offering competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a strong work-life balance designed to support you and your family.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high standards.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues, identifying optimal solutions to restore trucks to peak performance.
• Repair or rebuild major components such as cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems.
• Work alongside highly trained technicians in a fully equipped shop to improve skills and deliver top-quality work.
• Support customers by maximizing truck uptime and ensuring smooth operations.

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 troubleshooting, HVAC systems, and chassis repair.
• Candidates with a Diesel tech degree and mechanical aptitude/background will also be considered.
• 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

$29.80–34.35/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 of vacation (prorated for new hires), 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked, and 7 paid holidays annually. Vacation time increases with seniority.
• Advancement opportunities with a focus on promoting from within.
• Stability and reputation as a family-owned, fourth-generation company with over 160 locations and 85+ years of experience.
• Access to the largest equipment and parts inventory in the West.
• Open-door policy where your voice is heard and opinions matter.
• Training and mentoring to prepare for your role and support continued learning.

The Pape’ Group maintains a drug-free workplace and requires candidates to pass a pre-employment drug test.