Resident Service Technician-Mechanic at Pape' Machinery, Inc in Walla Walla, Washington

Job Description:

PAPE’ MACHINERY, INC. – AGRICULTURE & TURF DIVISION –

WALLA WALLA, WA

RESIDENT SERVICE TECHNICIAN-MECHANIC:Do you love working on equipment out in the field? Do you get up each morning looking for the next problem to solve? Are you looking for not just another job, but a career? Pape’ Machinery is seeking a Resident Service Technician to join their team in Hermiston, OR.

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

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As a Resident Service Technician, you will work on all makes and models of agriculture equipment in the field and/or in the shop ensuring equipment repairs are done accurately and timely, all in an effort to support our customers and maximize their uptime. Being an advanced technician, we will count on you when a tough job needs to get done. Every day, picture yourself working on advanced John Deere equipment and technology with the support and resources you need to perform top-notch work.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 4 or more years of working knowledge of agricultural equipment and or similar heavy equipment including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems, and air conditioning systems.


• A team-oriented personality, with the focus and drive to work without direct supervision.


• The discipline and skill to complete technical diagnostic and repair procedures.


• John Deere Specific training will be provided and is not necessary to apply.


• Must provide own tools.


• Driver’s license with a good driving record is preferred.

Starting Compensation:$28-38/hr (Depending on Experience) + Significant Overtime Earning Potential*During the spring, harvest, and fall seasons, there is a significant opportunity to work additional hours, and overtime work is encouraged. Papé Machinery pays overtime for any work over 8 hours in a day/40 hours in a week and also pays double-time for any work over 12 hours in a day. On average a field service technician at this location earns over 250 hours of overtime per year. Overtime work cannot be guaranteed, but it is our focus to support our customers in their busiest times of the year.

Why work for Pape’:

• Competitive pay based on your skills, training and experience level.


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  Outstanding benefits including –401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match; Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans); Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Progressive Vacation Plans; Online and Instructor-Led Training; Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs.


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  Advancement– Pape’ is a dynamic, growth-oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within.


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  Stability and reputation— Pape’ is a family-owned, fourth-generation company with over 150 locations, over 4,000 members and 80 plus years of experience. Pape’ is known for their stability, honesty and integrity.


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  Equipment– We have the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory!


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  Employee impact– Enjoy an open-door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.


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  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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilitie

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)