Service Writer / Advisor

Papé GroupPapé GroupPortland, Oregon, United States
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Posted

9/30/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$25 - $36/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Service Writer is responsible for managing service department work orders, including opening, maintaining, and closing them efficiently. They also assist with shop workflow, check in equipment for repairs, and provide excellent customer service.

Requirements overview

Candidates must have proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and strong communication skills to handle customer relations. A mechanical aptitude is considered a plus for this fast-paced, team-oriented role.

Key skills

Customer ServiceCommunication SkillsWorkflow ManagementService WritingWarranty ProcessingMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMechanical AptitudeProblem SolvingTeamworkProject Management

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About Papé Group

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Employees

1,827

Type

Privately Held

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Keeps You Moving® As a fourth-generation, family-owned business with more than 160 locations and 4,000 employee members, Papé serves the capital equipment needs of the construction, forestry, agriculture, warehousing, material handling, and trucking industries throughout the West. Papé is dedicated to keeping your equipment running. We accomplish this through a single, shared mission of providing consistent, quality customer service—coupled with a giant network of resourceful operations throughout Alaska, Hawaii, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, and Washington. That's what makes each Papé operation unique and that's why you can count on Papé. We're always on the lookout for strong talent, so please check our Careers page to see current openings: https://www.pape.com/careers/ Follow us here too! TikTok - @pape.group Instagram - @pape.group Facebook - /papegroup YouTube - @papegroup

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Job categories

Customer Service & SupportAdministrativeTradesLogistics

Description

DITCH WITCH WEST – PORTLAND, OR   SERVICE WRITER / ADVISOR: Do you love working with a wide variety of people, building relationships with customers, and solving problems?  Can you adapt to changing priorities and balance several projects at once?  If so, we want to hear from you! Ditch Witch West, a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is looking for a Service Writer 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! WHAT YOU’LL DO As our Service Writer/Advisor, you will ensure that all service department work orders are opened, maintained, proofed, and closed in the most efficient way possible, all while ensuring you provide an excellent experience for our customers. Every day you will oversee service and warranty work orders, assist in shop workflow, check-in equipment for repair, and assist customers. To thrive in this role, you must love working in a team, be customer service focused, and have a winning attitude. WHAT YOU NEED: * Familiarity with Outlook, Word, Excel, and the ability to learn new computer programs. * Excellent customer relations and communication skills. * Ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment. * Mechanical aptitude is a plus.   COMPENSATION: $25-36/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.

Requirements

  • •Customer Service
  • •Communication Skills
  • •Workflow Management
  • •Service Writing
  • •Warranty Processing
  • •Microsoft Outlook
  • •Microsoft Word
  • •Microsoft Excel
  • •Mechanical Aptitude
  • •Problem Solving
  • •Teamwork
  • •Project Management

Benefits

  • •401(k) Retirement Plan
  • •Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • •Company Match
  • •Medical Insurance
  • •Dental Insurance
  • •Vision Insurance
  • •Prescription Insurance
  • •Flexible Spending Accounts
  • •Life Insurance
  • •Short-term Disability Insurance
  • •Long-term Disability Insurance
  • •Employee Assistance Program
  • •Online Training
  • •Instructor-Led Training
  • •Tuition Reimbursement
  • •Paid Vacation
  • •Sick Leave
  • •Paid Holidays

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