Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Ultipro; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Training programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pape’ Rents is seeking a Shop Technician to join our Seattle shop. You will diagnose and repair John Deere construction equipment, ensuring timely, high-quality maintenance to maximize customer uptime.

With 3+ years in heavy equipment repair and owning your tools, you’ll thrive in a team environment. We offer robust training, comprehensive benefits, and a strong work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of diagnosing and repairing all makes/models of new and used heavy equipment, preferably John Deere equipment.
• Team-oriented with ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to complete a technical diagnostic and repair training program.
• Must provide own tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair John Deere construction equipment in the shop, ensuring repairs are accurate and timely.
• Collaborate with other technicians to maximize equipment uptime for customers.
• Perform diagnostics and preventive maintenance to support service quality.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

John Deere experience

Team player

Self-motivation

Diagnostic training

Own tools

Job description

Description

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SHOP TECHNICIAN:

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, we would love to hear from you!

Pape’ Rents, a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Shop Technician 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 Shop Technician, you will work on John Deere construction equipment in the shop ensuring equipment repairs are done accurately and timely, all in an effort to support our customers and maximize their uptime. Every day, picture yourself working alongside other trained Technicians in a shop that has all the support and resources you need to perform top-notch work on equipment.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 3 or more years of experience in diagnosing and repairing all makes and models of new and used heavy equipment, preferably John Deere equipment.
• A team-oriented personality, with the focus and drive to work without direct supervision.
• The discipline and skill to complete a technical diagnostic and repair training program.
• Must provide own tools.

Compensation: $32.98-49.47/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 30 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.

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