Field Technician

Job Summary

Pape’ Machinery, the premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Field Mechanic to join their team in Salem, OR. At Pape’, we invest in your growth. From robust training programs to continuous support, we equip our team members with the tools to succeed. In return for your hard work, we offer competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a strong work-life balance—all designed to support you and your family.

About the Role

As a Field Mechanic, you will work on agriculture equipment at customer locations ensuring that equipment repairs are done accurately, timely, and the customer's equipment is running in peak form. All your hard work is geared toward supporting our customers and maximizing their uptime.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing and diagnosing agriculture equipment malfunctions or failures in the field.
• Repairing, replacing, or rebuilding engines, transmissions, carburetors, final drives, steering, clutches, cross shafts, hydraulic components including pump motors, valves, and all related components, electrical systems, and air systems.
• Performing welding and fabrication work as needed.

Requirements

• 3 or more years of experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment, preferably Agriculture equipment.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation and ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record. CDL preferred.
• Must provide own tools.

Qualifications

• Must provide own tools.

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Customer service orientation.
• Welding and fabrication skills (optional).

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.
• Instructor-Led Training.
• Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs.
• Progressive Vacation Plans, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays.
• Open Door Policy.
• Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Pay

$35-50/hr (Depending on Experience)

Schedule

Hours may vary depending on customer needs.