Journeyman Field Technician

Overview

PAPE’ MATERIAL HANDLING, INC. – POULSBO, WA

JOURNEYMAN FIELD TECHNICIAN

Are you someone who thrives out in the field solving problems, turning wrenches, and helping customers stay up and running? If you take pride in high-quality work, value independence, and want to build a rewarding career, this is the opportunity for you.

Pape’ Material Handling, a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a skilled and driven Journeyman Field Technician 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!

As our Journeyman Field Technician, you’ll be the trusted expert keeping our customers’ material handling equipment running at peak performance. You’ll travel throughout your assigned area of region, performing diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance right at customer locations. Your day-to-day work ensures maximum uptime for essential equipment and peace of mind for the people who rely on it.

Each day, you’ll work on all makes and models of material handling equipment, diagnosing and repairing a wide range of systems including electric forklift systems, LPG and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, carburetors, electrical and air systems, final drives, clutches, and more. Occasionally, you may assist with repairs in the shop as well. Your responsibilities will also include accurately troubleshooting equipment issues, communicating clearly with customers, and ensuring high-quality service is delivered on every visit.

You’ll also work with the Parts Department to identify, order, and return parts as needed to complete each job efficiently and effectively.

Every day, imagine yourself behind the wheel of a fully equipped Pape’ service vehicle, navigating your territory with confidence, and ready to take on new challenges. You’ll be out in the field delivering expert service, performing high-quality repairs and maintenance on cutting-edge equipment, and building trusted relationships with customers who rely on your skill and professionalism to keep their operations moving.

Your work isn’t just about fixing machines, it’s about being the dependable expert our customers count on to get the job done right the first time, every time.

• 5 or more years of experience diagnosing and repairing equipment, preferably in the material handling industry.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation
• Ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must provide own tools.

• Compensation: $35-55/hr (Depending on Experience)
• Why work for Pape’:
  Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience level.
• Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Company Match;
  Flexible Spending Accounts;
  Life Insurance;
  Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance;
  Employee Assistance Program;
  Training and Tuition Reimbursement.
• Vacation and time off:
  Progressive vacation plans, sick leave & paid holidays. 80 hours of vacation in the first year (prorated for start date); 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked; 7 paid holidays per year.
• Advancement:
  Pape’ encourages internal promotion and has a focus on growth.
• Stability and reputation:
  Family-owned, fourth-generation company with extensive locations and decades of experience.
• Equipment:
  Large inventory of equipment and parts.
• Employee impact:
  Open-door policy for staff input.
• Training:
  Ongoing training and mentoring to support role development.

The Pape’ Group maintains a drug-free workplace and requires candidates to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.

Required

Driver License

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