Journeyman Truck Technician​/Mechanic - Day Shift

PAPE’ KENWORTH – KLAMATH FALLS, OR JOURNEYMAN TRUCK TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC – DAY SHIFT

Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow your skills as a mechanic? Is this the career you seek, rather than just another job?

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.

We invest in your growth, offering robust training programs, continuous support, competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a strong work‑life balance tailored to you and your family.

Make a difference. Grow your career. Join the Pape’ Team!

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 in a timely manner. Your work supports customers by maximizing truck uptime and restoring vehicles quickly. You will analyze and diagnose malfunctions, determine the best repair course, and may work on cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, or air systems.

Beyond repairs, you will maintain and service trucks to reduce downtime and extend life, demonstrating mechanical skill, sound judgment, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

You will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

• 3+ years of experience on 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; experience with Cummins and MX software preferred.
• Self‑motivation and assertiveness.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer‑relations skills.
• Must provide own tools.

$35.35 – 39.90 / hr (depending on experience)

• 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), 40 hours of sick leave, and 7 paid holidays each year. Vacation tiers grow with seniority.
• Advancement – Pape’ promotes from within and offers growth opportunities.
• Stability and reputation – Family‑owned, fourth‑generation company with 4,000+ members and 85+ years of experience.
• Equipment – Largest inventory in the West and unmatched parts inventory.
• Employee impact – Open‑door policy where your voice is heard.
• Training – Structured training and mentoring for skill development.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.

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