Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

Penske•Waterville, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an experienced Technician I to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on its truck and trailer fleet. The role includes independently handling major and minor repairs, conducting road tests to diagnose problems, and completing maintenance tasks. The Technician I serves as an experienced lead at the location, setting an example and informally mentoring others while learning from a manager. Technicians work on a variety of equipment and use Penske tools, technologies, and vehicle maintenance processes, with training to support continued career development. The position is based at 2 Piper Way, Waterville, Maine, and pays $26.50 per hour, with a $3.00 shift differential for second shift.

Requirements

Six years of practical experience with truck and tractor-trailer maintenance.
Experience using trade tools, including welding equipment, diagnostic equipment, and hand and power tools.
Valid driver's license.
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 in 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 DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE selection, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to meet applicable Department of Transportation requirements, including maintaining a current driver qualification file, annual motor vehicle records check, successful DOT physical, and safety performance history requests from prior employers in the last three years. CDL holders must also complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel as needed within the district, work the required schedule and location, complete a Penske employment application, undergo background screening, and pass a drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated position, while accepting responsibility for personal and others' safety.
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.
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, occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires weighing more than 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 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 other parts as needed.
Perform major and minor repairs, road tests to diagnose problems, and maintenance tasks.
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.
Set an example and informally mentor others at the location.
Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.