Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

Penske•Saint Joseph, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an experienced Technician I to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet of trucks and trailers. The Technician I is an experienced lead at the location who sets an example and informally mentors others while learning from the manager. The role involves working independently on major and minor repairs, diagnosing problems through road tests, and completing maintenance tasks. The technician also learns Penske’s vehicle maintenance processes, technology, and training programs.

Requirements

Six years of practical experience with truck and tractor-trailer maintenance.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred.
Experience using trade tools, including welding equipment, diagnostic equipment, and hand and power tools.
Valid driver’s license required; 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 use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to meet the role’s DOT driver qualification file requirements, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers in 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 required location, complete the employment application, undergo background screening, and pass a drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
Ability to routinely use hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls.
Ability to work safely at heights using ladders and elevated working platforms and in all weather conditions.
Ability to see and hear sufficiently to navigate a workplace with frequent movement of large trucks.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires weighing more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Maintain vehicles and ensure they are safe for customers.
Perform preventive maintenance 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 assemblies and components such as turbochargers and fuel system parts.
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’s technician training.
Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Informally mentor others and set an example at the location.