Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring a Technician II to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on its fleet of vehicles and help customers keep their vehicles safe and on the road. The Technician II works independently on major and minor repairs, performs road tests to diagnose problems, and completes maintenance tasks. The role also sets a positive example, informally mentors new technicians, and builds skills through training and collaboration with experienced technicians and the manager. Technicians work on a variety of equipment and use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. Penske provides major shop tools, training on its maintenance processes and technology, and opportunities to develop through its Technician Certification Program. The position is based at 6890 Pecue Lane, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The role is safety-sensitive and DOT-regulated, and requires driving Penske and customer vehicles.

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 tool and PPE use and machine guarding.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to meet DOT driver qualification file requirements, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers for the past 3 years. CDL holders must complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting 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 the employment application; undergo background screening; and pass drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated role, 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.
Ability to routinely use 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 well enough to navigate a workplace with frequent large-truck movement.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move 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.

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, diagnose, and complete repairs.
Learn new skills through Penske technician training.
Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Informally mentor new technicians and set an example for them.
Perform road tests to diagnose vehicle problems.