Advanced Mobile Truck Technician / Mechanic

Pape Trucks, Inc. in; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Training & development

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Pape' Kenworth is seeking an Advanced Mobile Truck Technician / Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain medium and heavy Class 7 & 8 trucks in the field at customer locations. You will lead in safety, quality, and professional standards with deep mechanical knowledge.

You will analyze complex malfunctions, determine repair strategies, and execute repairs on engines, transmissions, axles, steering, brakes, electrical and air systems, maximizing uptime and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with medium/heavy‑duty class 7/8 trucks including engines, electronics, HVAC, and chassis
• Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred
• Basic computer knowledge; Cummins MX software experience preferred
• Self‑motivated, able to work with little supervision, and show good communication
• Must provide own tools; Class A CDL preferred

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain medium and heavy trucks at customer sites
• Analyze complex mechanical/electronic malfunctions and determine repair strategy
• Repair or rebuild major systems: engines, transmissions, axles, steering, brakes, electrical, air
• Maximize uptime by getting trucks back on the road quickly and correctly

Skills

Diagnostics

Field service

Electrical systems

Communication

Own tools

CDL-A preferred

Education

Kenworth Essentials certifications

Tools

Cummins MX software

Job description

Advanced Mobile Truck Technician / Mechanic (Finance)

PAPE' KENWORTH - FEDERAL WAY, WA

Pape' Kenworth, a premier medium and heavy-duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, is seeking an Advanced 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.

Make a difference. Grow your career. Join the Pape' Team!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

As our Advanced Mobile Truck Technician / Mechanic, you'll work in the field at customer locations and 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 perform advanced repairs 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. You will analyze complex mechanical and electronic malfunctions in the field, 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, imagine your career growing as you take on challenging fieldwork, performing expert repairs on heavy trucks, and earning the trust of customers who know they can count on you to get the job done right.

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 troubleshooting, 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:

$45.10-50.05/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), 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.

The Pape' Group maintains a drug-free workplace and as such, requires candidates to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilitie

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