Shop Mechanic

Shop Mechanic

PAPE’ MACHINERY, INC.

- AGRICULTURE & TURF DIVISION – HILLSBORO, OR

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 Shop Mechanic, you will work on all makes and models of agriculture equipment in the shop, ensuring repairs are accurate and timely. Your work supports customers and maximizes uptime. You will analyze and diagnose malfunctions or failures, then repair, replace or rebuild engines, transmissions, carburetors, final drives, steering, clutches, cross shafts, hydraulic components (pump motors, valves and related parts), electrical systems, and air systems.

Additionally you will assist with pre‑delivery setup and installation on all John Deere equipment and allied products.

• 2+ years of working knowledge of small engines and agricultural equipment, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and air conditioning systems.
• Team‑oriented personality, focus and drive to work without direct supervision.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self‑motivation and assertiveness.
• Must provide own tools.

Compensation: $29.98–44.97 per hour (depending on experience)

• Competitive pay based on skills, training, and experience.
• 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 (80 hours first year prorated), 40 hours sick leave, and 7 paid holidays. Vacation tiers grow with seniority.
• Advancement opportunities within a dynamic, growth‑oriented organization.
• Stability and reputation: family‑owned fourth‑generation company with 160+ locations, 4,000+ members, and 85+ years of experience.
• Largest equipment inventory in the West and unparalleled parts inventory.
• Open‑door policy that values employee voice and impact.

The Pape’ Group maintains a drug‑free workplace and requires candidates to successfully pass a pre‑employment drug test.