Experienced Truck Technician — Swing Shift | $34.80-$36.90/hr

Papé Trucks, Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 99,716,000 - 105,734,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Training and advancement

Job summary

Pape’ Kenworth in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an Experienced Truck Technician to join our team on swing shift. You’ll maintain and repair medium and heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 trucks, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues and ensuring uptime.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience or a diesel technology degree, basic computer knowledge, and the ability to work with little supervision. We offer training, competitive pay, benefits, and a strong work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience on medium/heavy-duty Class 7/8 trucks or a Diesel tech degree.
• Kenworth Essentials certifications are preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge and diagnostic software experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair medium and heavy-duty Class 7/8 trucks to high standards.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues to restore peak performance.
• Work in a fully equipped shop with opportunities to grow skills.

Skills

Truck repair expertise

Electrical troubleshooting

Self-motivation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Diesel tech degree

Tools

Cummins MX software

Job description

Pape’ Kenworth in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an Experienced Truck Technician to join our team on swing shift. You’ll maintain and repair medium and heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 trucks, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues and ensuring uptime.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience or a diesel technology degree, basic computer knowledge, and the ability to work with little supervision. We offer training, competitive pay, benefits, and a strong work-life balance.