Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske•Selma, TX

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring a Technician II to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on truck and trailer equipment. The role works across a variety of equipment manufacturers and uses Penske maintenance processes, tools, and technology. Technicians are trusted to work independently on major and minor repairs, perform road tests to diagnose problems, complete maintenance tasks, and informally mentor newer technicians. Penske provides training and opportunities to develop skills and advance a technician career. The position is based at 17582 Lookout Rd, Selma, TX 78154, and is scheduled for second shift, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The role is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive, and requires maintaining a constant state of alertness and working safely. The technician must comply with applicable DOT, OSHA, Penske safety, and maintenance requirements.

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 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 DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper selection and use of tools, PPE, machine guarding, and safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file, including annual motor vehicle records checks, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last three years. CDL holders must complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel as necessary within the district, including to customer yards, nearby locations, and training sites; work the required schedule and location; complete a Penske employment application; submit to background screening; and pass a drug screening.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner and accept responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
Routine daily use of hands 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 to safely 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.

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 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, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
Develop skills through Penske technician training.
Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
Perform major and minor repairs, road tests, diagnostic work, and maintenance tasks.
Informally mentor new technicians and set an example for them.