Mobile Truck Technician / Mechanic
About the role
Pape' Kenworth, a premier medium and heavy-duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Mobile Truck Technician / Mechanic to join our team. 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 designed to support you and your family.
What you’ll do
As our Mobile Truck Technician / Mechanic, you will work in the field at customer locations on medium and heavy-duty class 7 & 8 trucks, ensuring repairs are done accurately and timely. All your hard work is geared toward supporting our customers and maximizing their uptime. When a truck is sidelined, you will be a primary member trusted to get it back in service quickly and correctly the first time. This role demands both technical expertise and the ability to think critically under pressure.
- Analyze and diagnose truck malfunctions or system failures, then determine the best course of action to return the truck to peak performance.
- Repair or rebuild cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, or air systems.
- Maintain and service trucks to ensure reliability, minimize downtime, and extend the life of each vehicle.
- Deliver work that meets the highest standards of safety and quality.
What you need
- 3 or more years of experience working on all makes and models of medium and heavy-duty class 7/8 trucks, including engine repair, electronic trouble-shooting, 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.
- Driver's license with a good driving record.
- Class A CDL preferred.
Compensation
$39.15-44.10/hr (Depending on Experience)
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on your 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 – Members receive 80 hours of vacation (First year is prorated for new hires based on start date), 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked, and 7 paid holidays each year. Pape' vacation plans also have tiers based on your seniority, so as your seniority grows, your vacation time off does as well.
- Advancement – Pape' is a dynamic, growth-oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within.
- Stability and reputation — Pape' is a family-owned, fourth-generation company with over 160 locations, over 4,000 members and 85 plus years of experience. Pape' is known for their stability, honesty and integrity.
- Equipment – Pape' has the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory!
- Employee impact – Enjoy an open-door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
- Training – You will be provided with training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.