Lead Heavy-Duty Truck Technician & Mentor

Papé Group; Ferndale (WA); Hybrid; USD 117,195,000 - 130,233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Training programs

Vacation time

Advancement opportunities

Stable employer

Job summary

Pape’ Kenworth in Ferndale, WA is seeking an Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain medium and heavy Class 7 & 8 trucks. You will lead by example, emphasize safety, quality, and professionalism in every task while mentoring other technicians.

You will analyze complex malfunctions, choose repair strategies, and perform repairs on engines, transmissions, axles, brakes, and electrical and air systems to maximize uptime and ensure first-time quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working on medium and heavy‑duty class 7/8 trucks.
• Deep mechanical understanding with strong diagnostic skills.
• Must provide own tools and have a safety‑minded approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead diagnosis, repair, and maintenance for medium/heavy trucks.
• Mentor other technicians and promote safety, quality, and professionalism.
• Diagnose complex malfunctions and execute repairs on engines, transmissions, axles, brakes, electrical and air systems.

Skills

Engine repair

Electrical diagnosis

HVAC systems

Chassis repair

Medium/heavy trucks

Tools

Cummins MX software

Job description

Pape’ Kenworth in Ferndale, WA is seeking an Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain medium and heavy Class 7 & 8 trucks. You will lead by example, emphasize safety, quality, and professionalism in every task while mentoring other technicians.

You will analyze complex malfunctions, choose repair strategies, and perform repairs on engines, transmissions, axles, brakes, and electrical and air systems to maximize uptime and ensure first-time quality.