Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic - Day Shift
Papé Kenworth, Olympia, WA, United States
PAPE’ KENWORTH – FERNDALE, WA
Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic – Day Shift
Do you love turning wrenches? Do you thrive on tackling complex diagnostics and leading others toward excellence? Are you ready to join a team where your expertise and leadership truly make a difference?
Pape’ Kenworth, a premier medium and heavy‑duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, is seeking an Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic to join our team. At Pape’, we invest in your growth with robust training programs and continuous support. 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.
What You’ll Do
As our Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic, you’ll be a leader in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining medium and heavy Class 7 & 8 trucks. You will bring deep mechanical understanding, sound judgment, and the ability to lead by example while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and professionalism in every task. Your daily focus will be ensuring that every truck repair is completed with precision, efficiency, and lasting quality, while serving as a mentor and technical resource for other technicians in the shop. Each day you will analyze complex mechanical and electronic malfunctions, determine the best repair strategy, and execute repairs or rebuilds on major systems including engines, transmissions, axles, steering, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems. You’ll play a key role in supporting our customers by maximizing uptime and getting trucks back on the road quickly, safely, and correctly the first time.
What You Need
5 or more years of experience working on all makes and models of medium and heavy‑duty class 7/8 trucks, including engine repair, electronic troubleshooting, 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:
$40.90‑45.45/hr (depends 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; 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 prorated for new hires), 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked, and 7 paid holidays each year. Vacation plans also have tiers based on seniority.
Advancement – Pape’ is a dynamic, growth‑oriented organization that promotes from within.
Stability and reputation – Pape’ is a family‑owned, fourth‑generation company with over 160 locations, more than 4,000 members and 85+ years of experience.
Equipment – Pape’ has the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory.
Employee impact – Open‑door policy where your voice will be heard.
Training – Comprehensive training and mentoring to prepare you for the role and continue learning.
Drug‑free workplace – candidates must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic – Day Shift
Do you love turning wrenches? Do you thrive on tackling complex diagnostics and leading others toward excellence? Are you ready to join a team where your expertise and leadership truly make a difference?
Pape’ Kenworth, a premier medium and heavy‑duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, is seeking an Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic to join our team. At Pape’, we invest in your growth with robust training programs and continuous support. 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.
What You’ll Do
As our Advanced Truck Technician / Mechanic, you’ll be a leader in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining medium and heavy Class 7 & 8 trucks. You will bring deep mechanical understanding, sound judgment, and the ability to lead by example while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and professionalism in every task. Your daily focus will be ensuring that every truck repair is completed with precision, efficiency, and lasting quality, while serving as a mentor and technical resource for other technicians in the shop. Each day you will analyze complex mechanical and electronic malfunctions, determine the best repair strategy, and execute repairs or rebuilds on major systems including engines, transmissions, axles, steering, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems. You’ll play a key role in supporting our customers by maximizing uptime and getting trucks back on the road quickly, safely, and correctly the first time.
What You Need
5 or more years of experience working on all makes and models of medium and heavy‑duty class 7/8 trucks, including engine repair, electronic troubleshooting, 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:
$40.90‑45.45/hr (depends 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; 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 prorated for new hires), 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked, and 7 paid holidays each year. Vacation plans also have tiers based on seniority.
Advancement – Pape’ is a dynamic, growth‑oriented organization that promotes from within.
Stability and reputation – Pape’ is a family‑owned, fourth‑generation company with over 160 locations, more than 4,000 members and 85+ years of experience.
Equipment – Pape’ has the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory.
Employee impact – Open‑door policy where your voice will be heard.
Training – Comprehensive training and mentoring to prepare you for the role and continue learning.
Drug‑free workplace – candidates must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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