Shop Technician

About the role

Are you passionate about working on heavy equipment and enjoy turning wrenches? Are you eager to expand your skills and advance your career as a technician? If so, we would love to hear from you! Pape’ Material Handling, a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a skilled and driven Shop Technician to join our team in Sacramento, CA.

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.

Responsibilities

• Work on all makes and models of material handling and construction equipment in the shop ensuring repairs are done accurately and timely.
• Inspect, diagnose, and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions or failures.
• Execute necessary repairs or component replacements, including rebuilding or replacing complex systems such as transmissions, masts, differentials, hydraulic components, engines, electrical systems, and/or steering mechanisms.
• Perform welding and fabrication work as required.
• Support customers by maximizing their uptime.

Requirements

• 5 or more years of experience diagnosing and repairing equipment, preferably in the material handling industry.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation.
• Must provide own tools.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on 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 – 80 hours of vacation (prorated for new hires), 40 hours of Sick Leave, and 7 paid holidays each year; vacation tiers increase 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 inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory.
• Open-door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
• Training and mentoring provided to prepare for your role and continued skill growth.

Pay

$33.80–$44.97 per hour (depending on experience).