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Entry - Level Shop Technician

Papé Group
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026
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PAPE’ MATERIAL HANDLING, INC. – TIGARD, OR

ENTRY-LEVEL SHOP TECHNICIAN:

Do you love turning wrenches? Are you mechanically inclined? Are you looking to further establish your career as a technician? Pape’ Material Handling, the premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking an Entry-Level Shop 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 various makes and models of material handling equipment including troubleshooting, diagnosing problems, and making the necessary repairs in a timely and efficient manner. Every day you will work on equipment under the guidance of senior technicians, all while you continue building your skills and knowledge as a Technician. To thrive in this job, you must be a self-starter, a team player, and be willing to learn.

WHAT YOU NEED:

Working knowledge of equipment and one or more years of experience working on equipment, preferably in the material handling industry. Will also accept applicants with a Diesel Tech Degree in lieu of experience.

Compensation: $21.19-29.66/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. 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.

Salary : $21 - $30

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