Journeyman Truck Technician / Mechanic

Papé Group; Ferndale (WA); In loco; USD 48.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Paid holidays

Growth opportunities

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Pape’ Kenworth in Ferndale, WA is seeking a Journeyman Truck Technician / Mechanic to repair and service medium and heavy-duty class 7 & 8 trucks. You will diagnose complex malfunctions, perform repairs, and ensure uptime for customers while providing guidance to less experienced team members.

This role requires strong technical skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a commitment to safety and quality. Competitive compensation, robust benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.

Competenze

• 3+ years of experience on medium/heavy-duty class 7/8 trucks incl. engine repair and electrical systems.
• Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred.
• Able to work with limited supervision and provide own tools.

Mansioni

• Diagnose and repair medium/heavy-duty class 7/8 trucks to maximize uptime.
• Repair or rebuild cabs, steering, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, electrical and air systems.
• Maintain and service trucks to ensure reliability and longevity.
• Lead by example and collaborate with other technicians.

Conoscenze

3+ years experience

Kenworth Essentials certifications

Basic computer knowledge

Cummins MX software experience

Communication and customer relations

Strumenti

Cummins MX software

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PAPE’ KENWORTH – FERNDALE, WA

JOURNEYMAN TRUCK 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’ Kenworth, a premier medium and heavy-duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Journeyman Truck Technician / Mechanic 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 Journeyman Truck Technician / Mechanic, you will work on medium and heavy-duty class 7 & 8 trucks in the shop ensuring repairs are done accurately and timely. All your hard work is geared toward supporting our customers and maximizing their uptime. When a truck is sidelined, you will be a member trusted to get it back in service quickly and correctly the first time, while also serving as a leader others can look to for guidance and expertise.

This role demands both technical expertise and the ability to think critically under pressure. You will be responsible for analyzing and diagnosing complex truck malfunctions or system failures, then determining the best course of action to return the truck to peak performance. That may mean repairing or rebuilding cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, or air systems.

Beyond repair work, you will also be expected to maintain and service trucks to ensure reliability, minimize downtime, and extend the life of each vehicle. The role requires not just hands-on mechanical ability but also sound judgment, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to deliver work that meets the highest standards of safety and quality.

Every day, picture your career flourishing as you work alongside other trained Technicians in a shop that has all the support and resources you need to perform top-notch work on heavy trucks.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 3 or more years of experience working on all makes and models of medium and heavy-duty class 7/8 trucks, including engine repair, electronic trouble-shooting, HVAC systems, and chassis repair.
• Kenworth Essentials certifications preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge. Cummins and MX software experience preferred.
• Self-motivation and assertiveness.
• Ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
• Must provide own tools.

Compensation: $35.35 - 39.90/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 40 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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