Field Technician

International Erosion Control Association; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 72,800 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Training programs

Job summary

Pape’ Machinery, Inc. – Agriculture & Turf Division in Salem, OR is seeking a Field Mechanic to service agriculture equipment at customer locations. You will diagnose, repair and rebuild engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and related systems while traveling with a fully equipped service vehicle.

The role requires 3+ years of field repair experience, basic computer skills, and a strong customer focus. CDL may be preferred; you must provide your own tools. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment (preferably agricultural).
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation and ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record; CDL preferred.
• Must provide own tools.

Responsibilities

• Work on agriculture equipment at customer locations, ensuring repairs are accurate and timely.
• Diagnose malfunctions or failures in the field and repair, replace or rebuild engines, transmissions, carburetors, final drives, hydraulic components, electrical and air systems.
• Welding and fabrication may be required.
• Travel in a service vehicle to customer sites and interact with customers to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diagnostics

Basic computer knowledge

Self-motivation

Communication

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Own tools

Job description

PAPE’ MACHINERY, INC. – AGRICULTURE & TURF DIVISION –

SALEM, OR

FIELD MECHANIC:

Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow your skills as a mechanic? Are you looking for not just another job, but a career? If so, we would love to hear from you! Pape’ Machinery, the premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Field Mechanic to join their team in Salem, OR.

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.

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

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As a Field Mechanic, you will work on agriculture equipment at customer locations ensuring that equipment repairs are done accurately, timely, and the customer’s equipment is running in peak form. All your hard work is geared toward supporting our customers and maximizing their uptime.

Each day, you will be analyzing and diagnosing agriculture equipment malfunctions or failures in the field. You will then repair, replace or rebuild engines, transmissions, carburetors, final drives, steering, clutches, cross shafts, hydraulic components including pump motors, valves, and all related components, electrical systems, and air systems. Welding and fabrication work will also be required at times.

Picture yourself traveling the area in a fully loaded Pape’ service vehicle, performing top-notch work on equipment, interacting with customers, and knowing that they can count on you to get the job done right.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 3 or more years of experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment, preferably Agriculture equipment.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation and
• Ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record. CDL preferred.
• Must provide own tools.

Compensation:

$35-50/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.

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

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver License

Preferred

• Commercial Driver License

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