Shop Technician Trainee (Finance)

PAPE' KENWORTH- SANTA MARIA, CA

SHOP TECHNICIAN TRAINEE:Do you love turning wrenches? Are you mechanically inclined? Do you enjoy a variety of job duties? Are you looking to establish your career as a technician? Pape' Kenworth is seeking an entry-level technician to join their team.

At Pape', you can count on us to invest heavily in your Technician career through training, resources, and support. We want to see you grow your skill set and experience, and in turn, provide excellent compensation, work-life balance, and benefits for you and your family. Come join our team!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

In this role, you will work on class 7 & 8 trucks including troubleshooting, diagnosing problems, and making the necessary repairs in a timely and efficient manner. You will work on equipment under the guidance of senior technicians, all while you continue building your skills and knowledge as a Technician.

You'll also help keep the yard and equipment clean, organized, and ready for our customers. You will perform equipment check-ins, steam clean, wash, and fuel equipment, perform light mechanical work, keep the shop clean, and more!

To thrive in this job, you must be a self-starter, a team player, and be willing to learn.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Self-starter drive who can work without direct supervision.
• Working knowledge of equipment and one or more years of experience working on equipment. Will also accept applicants with a Diesel Tech Degree in lieu of experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to frequently lift and move 50 lbs.

Compensation: $18-23/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), 40 hours of Sick Leave, and 7 paid holidays each year. Papé 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 4,500 members and 85 plus years of experience. Pape' is known for their stability, honesty and integrity.
• Equipment– We have 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.

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