Experienced Truck Technician​/Mechanic - Swing Shift

Experienced Truck Technician / Mechanic - Swing Shift

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PAPE’ KENWORTH – PORTLAND, OR

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and repair medium and heavy‑duty Class 7 & 8 trucks, ensuring every job is completed accurately, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues, identifying the best solutions to restore each truck to peak performance.
• Repair or rebuild major components such as cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes, clutches, electrical systems, and air systems.
• Work Monday–Friday 3:30 pm–midnight.

What You Need

• 2 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: $34.20–39.15 /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;
  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 based on start date), 40 hours of Sick Leave, 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.

Preferred qualifications. 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.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Part‑time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Industries:
Truck Transportation