Job Description
PAPE’ KENWORTH – SPARKS, NV
JOURNEYMAN TRUCK TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC:
Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow
your skills as a mechanic? Are you looking for not just another job, but a
career?
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!
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 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 timely. All your hard work is geared toward supporting our customers and
maximizing their uptime. When a truck is sidelined, you will be a primary member
trusted to get it back in service quickly and correctly the first time.
This role demands both technical expertise and the ability to think critically
under pressure. You will be responsible for analyzing and diagnosing truck
malfunctions or system failures, then determining the best course of action to
return the truck to peak performance. That may mean repairing or rebuilding
cabs, steering systems, engines, transmissions, axles, differentials, brakes,
clutches, electrical systems, or air systems.
Beyond repair work, you will also be expected to maintain and service trucks to
ensure reliability, minimize downtime, and extend the life of each vehicle. The
role requires not just hands-on mechanical ability but also sound judgment, a
strong attention to detail, and the ability to deliver work that meets the
highest standards of safety and quality.
Every day, picture your career flourishing as you work alongside other trained
Technicians in a shop that has all the support and resources you need to perform
top-notch work on heavy trucks.
WHAT YOU NEED:
* 3 or more years of experience working on all makes and models of medium and
heavy-duty class 7/8 trucks, including engine repair, electronic
trouble-shooting, 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: $34.35-39.90/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),
24 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.
THE PAPE’ GROUP MAINTAINS A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE AND AS SUCH, REQUIRES CANDIDATES
TO SUCCESSFULLY PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours