Journeyman Field Technician

Pape' Machinery, Inc; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Excellent benefits including health &

Training and advancement

Stable, family-owned company

Open-door policy

Job summary

Pape’ Machinery, Inc. in Kona, HI is seeking a Journeyman Field Technician to service construction and forestry equipment at customer sites, traveling in a fully loaded service vehicle to keep machines running and maximize uptime.

The role requires 5+ years of diesel equipment experience, strong communication, and a valid driver license; CDL preferred. The position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, training, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years diagnosing and repairing heavy diesel equipment across brands.
• Basic computer knowledge for diagnostics and reporting.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record; Class B CDL preferred.
• Must provide own tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair construction and forestry equipment at customer sites.
• Travel in a fully loaded Pape’ service vehicle to perform high-quality maintenance.
• Ensure equipment uptime and reliability through timely service and documentation.
• Interact professionally with customers and provide clear updates on work performed.

Skills

5+ years diesel experience

Basic computer knowledge

Self-motivation

Independent work

Excellent communication

Driver license with clean record

Own tools

Job description

Pape' Machinery, Inc. - Construction & Forestry
74-592B Hale Makai Place
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA

Description

JOURNEYMAN FIELD 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? Pape’ Machinery, the premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Journeyman level Field Technician to join their team in Kona, HI.

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 a Journeyman Field Technician, you will work on construction and forestry equipment at customer locations to ensure that their equipment is running in peak form and maximizing uptime. Being a journeyman, we will count on you when a tough job needs to get done. 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:

• 5 or more years of experience diagnosing and repairing all brands of heavy diesel 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. Class B CDL preferred.
• Must provide own tools.

Compensation: $37.92-56.89/hr (Depending on Experience)
(This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement)

Why work for Pape’:

• Competitive pay based on your skills, training and experience level.
• Great benefits including healthcare and pension.
• 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

Preferred

Commercial Driver License

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