Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Company: Pape' Machinery, Inc
Location: Portland
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

PAPE MACHINERY, INC. - CONSTRUCTION & FORESTRY DIVISION - PORTLAND, OR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SHOP TECHNICIAN: Position will diagnose and repair John Deere equipment and allied products in the shop. Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Analyzing and diagnosing (troubleshooting) equipment malfunctions or failures.
• Repairing, replacing and/or rebuilding engines, transmissions, final drives, steering, clutches, cross shafts, hydraulic components, electrical systems and air systems.
• Welding and fabrication as required.
• Determining correct parts needed to complete the task and order in a timely manner from the Parts Department, as well as, returning all unused parts in a timely manner.
• Communicating in a courteous and effective manner with customers regarding all aspects of the work being performed. Applicants must have 10 plus years experience working on all makes and models of heavy equipment. Must be assertive, a self-starter, and able to work without direct supervision. Must have own tools. Why work for Pape :
  • Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience level
  • 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
  • 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 130 locations, over 3,600 members and 80 plus years of experience. Pape is known for their stability, their honesty and their 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. Behaviors Required
    • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
    • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Required
      • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside helpEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe 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)

Keywords: Pape' Machinery, Inc, Portland , Heavy Equipment Shop Technician, Professions , Portland, Oregon