Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

Penske • St. Johns, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an experienced Technician I to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on truck and trailer equipment. The role is a lead technician position at the location: the technician works independently on major and minor repairs, conducts road tests to diagnose problems, completes maintenance tasks, sets an example, and informally mentors other technicians while learning from the manager. The position involves working on equipment from multiple manufacturers and using Penske’s vehicle maintenance processes, technology, tools, and training programs.

The technician helps ensure vehicles are safe and reliable for customers, completes repairs and maintenance with little or no supervision, and uses Penske tools and technologies to record, research, diagnose, and complete work. The role requires keeping the work area clean and safe, following DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, and working in a range of weather and shop conditions. The position is DOT-regulated or designated safety-sensitive and requires a constant state of alertness and safe work practices.

The position is based at 108 E Walker Rd, Saint Johns, MI 48879. Travel may be required within the district, including customer yards, nearby locations, and training sites. Penske provides major shop tools and technician training, including training on a variety of OEM equipment and advanced vehicle maintenance technology.

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 required.
• 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 and all weather 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 applicable DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers within the last three years. CDL holders must complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of start 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 Penske employment application, undergo background screening, and pass a drug screening.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
• Ability to move frequently and stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during the scheduled work period.
• Ability to use hands routinely to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls.
• Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.
• 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 over 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain vehicles and ensure they are 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; replace complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system components, and related parts.
• Conduct road tests to diagnose problems and complete maintenance tasks.
• Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs.
• Keep the work area clean and safe.
• Learn new skills through Penske technician training.
• Set an example and informally mentor other technicians.
• Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE selection and safe work practices.
• Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premium.
• Career stability.
• Opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off.
• Training on a variety of OEM equipment through Penske’s Technician Certification Program.
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• Location and schedule flexibility.
• Major shop tools provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed