Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

Penske • Riviera Beach, FL

13d • $34 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an experienced Diesel Mechanic/Technician I for its Riviera Beach, Florida location. The role performs preventive maintenance and repairs of all levels on a diverse fleet of vehicles, helping customers keep their vehicles safe and operational. The Technician I is an experienced lead and master technician at the location, works independently on major and minor repairs, diagnoses problems through road tests, and informally mentors other technicians while learning from a manager.

The role involves maintaining and repairing truck and trailer equipment using Penske tools, technology, and diagnostic processes. Penske provides major shop tools, training on vehicle maintenance processes and technology, and continued technician training. The position is safety-sensitive and regulated by the Department of Transportation. The work may take place in non-climate-controlled conditions and all weather conditions.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of practical experience with truck and tractor-trailer maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience using trade tools, including welding equipment, diagnostic equipment, and hand and power tools.
• 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 safety practices.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file as required by the DOT-regulated role, including annual MVR checks, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the last 3 years.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete an 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 scheduled work.
• 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 platforms and in all weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear well enough to safely 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 exceeding 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.
• Commercial driver’s license (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Maintain vehicles to 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 other parts 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 a supervisor.
• Work independently on major and minor repairs and perform road tests to diagnose problems.
• Informally mentor other technicians and set an example at the location.
• Comply with applicable DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies.
• Travel as necessary within the district, including to customer yards and training sites.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary of $33.75 per hour.
• Shift premium.
• Career stability and opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits, including substantial 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