Heavy Equipment Rental Field Technician / Mechanic

Papé Material Handling, Inc. in; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) retirement plans

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid holidays

Training & advancement

Job summary

Pape’ Rents is seeking a Rental Field Technician to join our El Cajon service team. You will diagnose and repair material handling and construction equipment in the field, traveling in a fully loaded service vehicle and delivering timely, reliable service to customers.

We offer comprehensive training, competitive pay, and a strong benefits package, with opportunities to advance within a stable, family-owned company that values safety, customer satisfaction, and career growth.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of JLG, Genie and other AWP equipment; able to diagnose and troubleshoot.
• Experience with electronic and hydraulic repairs; diesel and gas engine repair.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
• Must be able to push, pull and/or lift up to 75 lbs.
• Driver's license with a good driving record.
• Must be comfortable working at heights.

Responsibilities

• As Rental Field Technician, repair and service material handling equipment in the field to maximize uptime.
• Travel within the service area in a fully equipped Pape’ vehicle and interact with customers to complete jobs promptly.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

AWP equipment knowledge

Aerial experience

Electrical/hydraulic repairs

Diesel/gas engine repair

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Customer relations

Valid driver's license

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Working at heights

Job description

Job Details

• Posted on November 4, 2026

Locations

• Pape' Material Handling, Inc.
  
  14470 Olde Highway 80
  
  El Cajon, CA 92021, USA


• Rental Maintenance


• Full-Time


• Requisition #: HEAVY031317

Description

PAPE’ RENTS – EL CAJON, CA

HEAVY EQUIPMENT RENTAL FIELD TECHNICIAN / 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 you answered yes to these questions, we want to hear from you! Pape’ Rents is seeking a Rental Shop Technician to join their team.

At Pape’, you can count on us to invest heavily in your Technician career through training, resources, and support. We want to see you grow your skill set and experience, and in turn, provide excellent compensation, work-life balance, and benefits for you and your family. Come join our team!

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As a Rental Field Technician, you will work on material handling and construction equipment in the field ensuring equipment repairs are done accurately and timely, all in an effort to maximize our equipment uptime and support our customers and their rental equipment needs Every day, 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:

• Knowledge of JLG and Genie and other AWP Equipment with the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot; strong mechanical aptitude. Aerial experience is also preferred!


• Experience with electronic and hydraulic repairs; diesel and gas engine repair


• Basic computer knowledge.


• Excellent communication and customer relations skills.


• Must be able to push, pull and/or lift up to 75lbs


• Driver's license with a good driving record


• Must be comfortable working at heights

Compensation:

$37.92-56.89/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.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver License Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities