Shop Mechanic

Papé Group; Fallon, Northern (NV, KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & retirement plans

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Papé Group is seeking a dedicated Shop Mechanic to service a wide range of agricultural equipment in our Fallon shop. You will diagnose malfunctions, perform repairs, and support pre-delivery setup for John Deere systems, contributing to high uptime for customers.

We offer training, growth opportunities, and competitive pay with comprehensive benefits. Join a family-owned, long-standing leader in farming equipment and advance your career with a stable team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working with agricultural equipment and small engines.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and air conditioning systems.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair agriculture equipment in the shop to ensure uptime.
• Repair, replace, or rebuild engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical and air systems.
• Assist with pre-delivery setup and installation on John Deere equipment and allied products.
• Provide accurate diagnostics and timely maintenance to maximize equipment performance.
• Collaborate with other mechanics to ensure quality workmanship.

Skills

Heavy equipment knowledge

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Air conditioning systems

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Basic computer skills

Job description

Description

SHOP MECHANIC:

Are you passionate about working on heavy equipment and enjoy turning wrenches? Are you eager to expand your skills and advance your career as a technician? If you're not just looking for another job—but a long-term career—then Pape’ Machinery has the opportunity for you.

As a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, Pape’ is looking for a dedicated Shop Technician to join our team. At Pape’, we’re committed to your professional growth. We invest in our technicians with top-tier training programs, state-of-the-art resources, and ongoing support.

In return, we offer more than just a paycheck—we provide a career path with competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a strong work-life balance for you and your family. Join the Pape’ team and build your future with us!

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As a Shop Mechanic, you will work on all makes and models of agriculture equipment in the shop ensuring equipment repairs are done accurately and timely. All your hard work is geared toward supporting our customers and maximizing their uptime.

Each day, you will be analyzing and diagnosing agriculture equipment malfunctions or failures. You will then repair, replace or rebuild engines, transmissions, carburetors, final drives, steering, clutches, cross shafts, hydraulic components including pump motors, valves, and all related components, electrical systems, and air systems. Additionally, you will assist with pre-delivery setup and installation on all makes and models of John Deere equipment and allied products.

Picture yourself working alongside other trained Mechanics in a shop that has all the support and resources you need to perform top-notch work on equipment and watching your career flourish!

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 2 or more years of working knowledge of small engines and agricultural equipment including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems, and air conditioning systems.
• A team-oriented personality, with the focus and drive to work without direct supervision.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation and assertiveness.
• Must provide own tools.

Compensation: $26.98-40.47/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), 0.01923 hours of sick leave for every hour 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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