Experienced Heavy-Duty Truck Technician - Grow Your Career

Papé Trucks, Inc.; Ferndale (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Pape’ Kenworth in Ferndale is seeking an Experienced Truck Technician/Mechanic to maintain and repair medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks. You will diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, rebuild major components, and work in a fully equipped shop to maximize uptime. Candidates with 2+ years of experience and diesel aptitude are encouraged to apply.

We offer competitive pay, robust training, exceptional benefits, and strong work-life balance as part of the Pape’ Team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience on medium/heavy-duty class 7/8 trucks including engine repair, electronic troubleshooting, HVAC and chassis repair.
• Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge; Cummins 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.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on Class 7/8 trucks.
• Repair or rebuild major components (cabs, steering, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical and air systems).
• Maintain and repair trucks to maximize uptime.
• Work with a team of technicians in a fully equipped shop, delivering top-quality work.

Skills

Medium/Heavy-Duty trucks

Engine repair

Electrical troubleshooting

HVAC systems

Chassis repair

Diesel tech degree

Kenworth certifications

Cummins MX software

Self-motivation

Own tools

Communication skills

Education

Diesel tech degree

Tools

Cummins MX software

Cummins software

Job description

Pape’ Kenworth in Ferndale is seeking an Experienced Truck Technician/Mechanic to maintain and repair medium and heavy-duty Class 7 & 8 trucks. You will diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, rebuild major components, and work in a fully equipped shop to maximize uptime. Candidates with 2+ years of experience and diesel aptitude are encouraged to apply.

We offer competitive pay, robust training, exceptional benefits, and strong work-life balance as part of the Pape’ Team.