Advanced Truck Technician - Day Shift

Papé Material Handling, Inc.

$84K — $94K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience with medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks
  • Experience in engine repair, electronic troubleshooting, HVAC, and chassis repair
  • Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred
  • Basic computer skills; Cummins and MX software experience preferred
  • Strong self-motivation and assertiveness
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision
  • Excellent communication and customer relations skills

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks
  • Analyze complex mechanical and electronic malfunctions
  • Determine and execute optimal repair strategies
  • Perform repairs or rebuilds on major systems such as engines, transmissions, and brakes
  • Mentor and serve as a technical resource for junior technicians
  • Ensure all repairs are completed with precision and quality
  • Support customers by maximizing truck uptime and ensuring correct repairs

Benefits

  • 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Company Match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans)
  • Life, short-, and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Online and instructor-led training opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement for training programs
  • Progressive vacation plan with tiered seniority-based benefits
  • Paid sick leave and holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement within the company
  • Established company with strong stability and reputation
  • Access to a large equipment and parts inventory
  • Open-door policy encouraging employee input and impact
  • Dedicated training and mentoring for skill development
Full Job Description
PAPE' KENWORTH - KLAMATH FALLS, OR

ADVANCED TRUCK TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC - DAY SHIFT:

Do you love turning wrenches? Do you thrive on tackling complex diagnostics and leading others toward excellence? Are you ready to join a team where your expertise and leadership truly make a difference?

As our Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic, you'll be a leader in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining medium and heavy Class 7 & 8 trucks. You will be required to have a deep mechanical understanding, sound judgment, and the ability to lead by example while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and professionalism in every task.

Your daily focus will be ensuring that every truck repair is completed with precision, efficiency, and lasting quality, while also serving as a mentor and technical resource for other technicians in the shop. Each day you will analyze complex mechanical and electronic malfunctions, determine the best repair strategy, and execute repairs or rebuilds on major systems including engines, transmissions, axles, steering, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems. You'll play a key role in supporting our customers by maximizing uptime and getting trucks back on the road quickly, safely, and correctly the first time.

Every day, picture your career flourishing as you work alongside other trained Technicians in a shop that has all the support and resources you need to perform top-notch work on heavy trucks.

This team member will work Monday - Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm.

WHAT YOU NEED:

  • 5 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.


Compensation: $40.90-45.45/hr (Depending on Experience)

Why work for Pape':

  • Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience level.
  • Outstanding benefits including - 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), 40 hours of Sick Leave, 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.


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