Shop Mechanic

PAPE’ Machinery, Inc. – Agriculture & Turf Division

SNOHOMISH, WA

Shop Mechanic

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 looking for a long‑term career rather than just another job, PAPE’ Machinery offers a compelling opportunity.

As a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, we are committed to your professional growth. We invest in technicians with top‑tier training programs, state‑of‑the‑art resources, and ongoing support. In return, we offer a career path with competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a strong work‑life balance for you and your family.

As a Shop Mechanic you will work on all makes and models of agricultural equipment, ensuring repairs are completed accurately and on time. Your duties include:

• Diagnosing and analyzing equipment malfunctions or failures.
• Repairing, replacing, or rebuilding engines, transmissions, carburetors, final drives, steering, clutches, cross shafts, hydraulic components (pump motors, valves, etc.), electrical systems, and air systems.
• Assisting with pre‑delivery setup and installation on all models of John Deere equipment and allied products.
• Collaborating with other trained mechanics in a shop equipped with the resources needed to perform top‑notch work.

• 2+ years of working knowledge of small engines and agricultural equipment, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and air conditioning systems.
• A team‑oriented personality with focus and drive to work independently.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self‑motivation and assertiveness.
• Must provide own tools.

Compensation: $25–$38 per hour (depending on experience)

• Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience.
• Outstanding benefits: 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with company match; medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance; flexible spending accounts; life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; online and instructor‑led training; tuition reimbursement.
• Progressive vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Members receive 80 hours of vacation in the first year (prorated for new hires) with additional hours based on seniority.
• Advancement opportunities within a growth‑oriented organization that promotes from within.
• Stability and reputation as a family‑owned, fourth‑generation company with a strong presence in the West.
• Access to the largest equipment and parts inventory in the region.
• Open‑door policy that values employee voices and impact.
• Comprehensive training and mentoring to support continuous skill growth.

The PAPE’ Group maintains a drug‑free workplace and 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.