Diesel Technician II

Penske • New York, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring a Diesel Technician II to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on truck and trailer equipment across a varied fleet. The technician works independently with little or no supervision on major and minor repairs, performs road tests and basic diagnostics, and completes maintenance tasks in a timely manner. The role also includes setting an example and informally mentoring newer technicians while continuing to build skills through training and collaboration with experienced technicians and management.

Technicians use Penske tools and technologies to document, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. Work must comply with applicable DOT and OSHA requirements and Penske safety and maintenance policies. The position is safety-sensitive and DOT-regulated, requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, and may involve travel within the district to customer yards, nearby locations, and training sites. The work may take place in non-climate-controlled conditions and all weather conditions. Penske provides training, major shop tools, and access to a variety of OEM equipment and vehicle maintenance technology.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of practical vehicle maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience using trade tools, including diagnostic equipment, hand tools, 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 established safety practices.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file as required for the role, including an annual motor vehicle records check, completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records request from prior employers in the last three years.
• For CDL holders, completion of a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and a review through the FMCSA Clearinghouse.
• Willingness to travel as necessary within the district, work the required schedule and at the required location, complete a Penske employment application, undergo a background screening, and pass a drug screening.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely, and accept responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Ability to move frequently and stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
• Ability to use hands routinely and daily to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls.
• Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated work platforms, and safely in all weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear sufficiently to navigate the workplace safely around moving 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

• 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.

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 components including engines, transmissions, differentials, turbochargers, and fuel system components.
• Keep the work area clean and safe.
• Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs.
• Learn new skills through Penske technician training.
• Perform other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Perform road tests to diagnose problems and complete maintenance tasks.
• Informally mentor new technicians and set an example.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay of $38.30 per hour.
• Shift premiums of $2.00 for second shift and $3.00 for third shift.
• 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, certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider.
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• Location and schedule flexibility.
• Major shop tools provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED