Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

About the role

Pape’ Machinery, a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Shop Technician to join our team in Tangent, OR. At Pape’, we invest in your growth with robust training programs and continuous support, equipping you with the tools to succeed. This role offers competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a strong work-life balance designed to support you and your family.

As our Shop Technician, you will work on construction and forestry equipment in the shop, ensuring repairs are done accurately and timely to support our customers and maximize their uptime. You’ll collaborate with trained Technicians in a well-resourced shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair all makes and models of new and used heavy equipment.
• Perform accurate and timely equipment repairs to maximize customer uptime.
• Work independently and as part of a team in a shop setting.
• Complete technical diagnostic and repair training programs.

Requirements

• 3 or more years of experience in diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment.
• Team-oriented personality with the ability to work without direct supervision.
• Must provide own tools.
• Ability to complete a technical diagnostic and repair training program.

Pay

$29.98–$44.97 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 in the first year, prorated for new hires), 40 hours of Sick Leave, 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 85 years of experience.
• Access to the largest equipment and parts inventory in the West.
• Open-door policy where your voice and opinions matter.
• Training and mentoring to prepare for your role and support continued skill growth.