Rental Technician / Mechanic

Papé Machinery, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Vacation & Sick Leave

Job summary

Pape’ Machinery, Inc. – Portland rental shop is seeking a Rental Technician/Mechanic to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair John Deere rental equipment. You’ll support daily operations, fueling, steam cleaning, and preparation for the next rental in Portland, OR.

You will maintain a clean, safe yard and inventory, while ensuring safety procedures are followed by staff, vendors, and customers. The role requires owning your own tools and working with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing heavy equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated and proactive with attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.
• Must have your own tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair John Deere rental equipment and allied products in the shop.
• Manage daily rental operations, including check-in/out, fueling, steam cleaning, and prep for next rental.
• Maintain a clean, safe yard and inventory of equipment/attachments.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed by employees, vendors, and customers.

Skills

Heavy equipment diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Repair skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Own tools

Job description

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

RENTAL 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? If you answered yes, we want to hear from you!

Pape’ Machinery, a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Rental Shop Technician to join our team in Portland, OR.

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 Rental Equipment Technician, you will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair John Deere rental equipment and allied products in the shop, helping ensure our rental fleet is ready to meet customer needs.

You will also play an important role in daily rental operations, including checking equipment in and out, fueling, steam cleaning, and preparing machines for their next rental.

In this role, you will take ownership of maintaining a clean, safe, and organized yard, including equipment and attachment inventory and the exterior of the facility. You will also help ensure employees, vendors, and customers follow established safety procedures while conducting business in the yard. Your attention to detail, mechanical expertise, and commitment to safety will help keep our rental operations running efficiently.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing various makes and models of heavy equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated, assertive, and proactive approach to completing tasks.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.
• Must have your own tools.

Compensation: $21.19-29.66/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), 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilitie

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