Journeyman Field Technician / Mechanic

Pape' Machinery, Inc; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on skills

Excellent benefits package

Tuition reimbursement for training

Training and mentoring

Paid holidays

Job summary

Pape’ Machinery, Inc. – Construction & Forestry Division in Bend, OR, seeks a Journeyman Field Technician/Mechanic to diagnose and repair heavy diesel equipment at customer locations. You’ll travel in a fully equipped service vehicle, perform high‑quality work, and ensure uptime with strong customer communication.

Requires 5+ years of diesel experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Tools provided by you may be required for certain jobs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years diagnosing and repairing all brands of heavy diesel equipment.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation and<|vq_12702|>,

Responsibilities

• As a Journeyman Field Technician / Mechanic, you will work on construction and forestry equipment at customer locations to ensure uptime and peak performance.
• You will travel in a fully equipped service vehicle, perform high‑quality diagnostics and repairs, and interact with customers to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Diesel diagnostics

Basic computer skills

Communication

Driver’s license

Tools ownership

Self-motivation

Independence

Tools

Tools required

Job description

PAPE’ MACHINERY, INC. – CONSTRUCTION & FORESTRY DIVISION – BEND, OR

JOURNEYMAN 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? Pape’ Machinery, the premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Journeyman level Field Technician to join their 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—all 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 / Mechanic, 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.
• Must provide own tools.

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

Required

• Driver License

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