Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

Penske•Garner, NC

71d

About The Position

Penske is hiring an experienced Technician I to perform preventive maintenance and repairs of all levels on truck and trailer equipment. The role is a lead technician at the location, setting an example and informally mentoring others while learning from a manager. The Technician I works independently on major and minor repairs, road tests vehicles to diagnose problems, and completes maintenance tasks. The work involves a variety of equipment and manufacturers and uses Penske maintenance processes, tools, and technology. Penske provides training and the major shop tools needed for the job. This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety-sensitive. The associate must remain alert and work safely, take responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others, and comply with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies. It requires regular, predictable, full attendance, travel as necessary within the district, and work at the required location and schedule. The associate must maintain a driver qualification file as required by the role.

Requirements

Six years of practical experience with truck and tractor-trailer maintenance.
Experience using tools of the trade, including welding equipment, diagnostic equipment, and hand and power tools.
Valid driver's license; CDL preferred.
Ability to solve problems.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work well as part of a team.
Willingness to work in non-climate-controlled conditions.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
Ability to perform work in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool and PPE selection and use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to maintain the required driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers for the last three years. CDL holders must complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel as necessary within the district, work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete a Penske employment application, undergo background screening, and pass a drug screening.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely, and accept responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Ability to move frequently; stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods; and routinely use hands to operate tools or controls.
Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms, and to work safely in all weather conditions.
Ability to see and hear well enough to navigate the work environment safely.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires exceeding 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.
Specialized training and experience diagnosing and troubleshooting major components such as engines, transmissions, and differentials.
OEM training courses.
ASE Certification.
608/609 certifications.
CDL.

Responsibilities

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for customers.
Perform preventive maintenance services on truck and trailer equipment with little or no supervision and in a timely manner.
Repair and troubleshoot major components, including engines, transmissions, and differentials, and replace complete assemblies, turbochargers, and fuel system components as needed.
Keep the work area clean and safe.
Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
Learn new skills through Penske technician training.
Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Set an example and informally mentor others at the location.