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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! Pape' invests in your growth with robust training programs, continuous support, 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!
LOCATION PAPE' KENWORTH – YAKIMA, WA
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. Your hard work supports our customers and maximizes uptime. When a truck is sidelined you will be a trusted member who gets it back in service quickly and correctly the first time, while also serving as a leader others can look to for guidance and expertise.
All work requires both technical expertise and critical thinking under pressure. You will analyze, diagnose complex truck malfunctions or system failures, and determine the best course of action to return the truck to peak performance. This may involve repairing or rebuilding cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, or air systems.
Beyond repair work, you will maintain and service trucks to ensure reliability, minimize downtime, and extend vehicle life. The role demands hands‑on mechanical ability, sound judgment, a strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Every day you will work alongside other trained Technicians in a shop that has all the support and resources needed to perform top‑notch work on heavy trucks. Multiple positions and shifts are available.
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 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 $32.30–37.20/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+ years of experience. Pape' is known for 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 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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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! Pape' invests in your growth with robust training programs, continuous support, 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!
LOCATION PAPE' KENWORTH – YAKIMA, WA
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. Your hard work supports our customers and maximizes uptime. When a truck is sidelined you will be a trusted member who gets it back in service quickly and correctly the first time, while also serving as a leader others can look to for guidance and expertise.
All work requires both technical expertise and critical thinking under pressure. You will analyze, diagnose complex truck malfunctions or system failures, and determine the best course of action to return the truck to peak performance. This may involve repairing or rebuilding cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, or air systems.
Beyond repair work, you will maintain and service trucks to ensure reliability, minimize downtime, and extend vehicle life. The role demands hands‑on mechanical ability, sound judgment, a strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Every day you will work alongside other trained Technicians in a shop that has all the support and resources needed to perform top‑notch work on heavy trucks. Multiple positions and shifts are available.
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 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 $32.30–37.20/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+ years of experience. Pape' is known for 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 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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