PAPE’ KENWORTH – FEDERAL WAY, WA
ADVANCED MOBILE TRUCK TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC:
Do you love turning wrenches and working in the field? Do you thrive on tackling
complex diagnostics and repairs? Are you ready to join a team where your
expertise truly makes a difference?
Pape’ Kenworth, a premier medium and heavy-duty truck and equipment dealer in
the West, is seeking an Advanced Mobile Truck Technician / Mechanic to join our
team!
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 Advanced Mobile Truck Technician / Mechanic, you’ll work in the field at
customer locations and be a leader in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining
medium and heavy Class 7 & 8 trucks. You will be required to have a deep
mechanical understanding, sound judgment, and the ability to perform advanced
repairs 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. You will analyze complex mechanical
and electronic malfunctions in the field, 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.
Every day, imagine your career growing as you take on challenging fieldwork,
performing expert repairs on heavy trucks, and earning the trust of customers
who know they can count on you to get the job done right.
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.
* Driver’s license with a good driving record. Class A CDL preferred.
COMPENSATION: $45.10-50.05/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 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.