Diesel Technician/Mechanic II
About The Position
Penske is hiring a Technician II to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on its fleet of vehicles. The role involves working independently on major and minor repairs, conducting road tests to diagnose problems, and completing maintenance tasks. The technician sets an example and informally mentors new technicians while continuing to develop skills through training and guidance from experienced technicians and a manager. Technicians work on a variety of equipment from different manufacturers, using Penske’s vehicle maintenance processes, technology, and shop tools. The position focuses on maintaining vehicle safety and reliability, serving customers, and completing work correctly and on time. Training is provided to develop skills and support career advancement. The work is performed at the listed San Leandro location and may involve travel within the district to customer yards and training sites. The associate must be willing to work in non-climate-controlled conditions and all weather conditions.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of practical experience with vehicle maintenance.
- 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 applicable safety policies, including correct tool and PPE selection and use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
- Regular, predictable, full attendance.
- Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file as required, including an annual MVR check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last 3 years. CDL holders must complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
- Willingness to travel as necessary within the district, work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the employment application, submit to background screening, and pass a drug screening.
- Ability to remain alert and work safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive position, 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 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 sufficiently to navigate a workplace with frequent movement of large trucks.
- 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 so 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, 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 safely in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies.
- Informally mentor new technicians and set an example for them.
Benefits
- Competitive starting salary.
- Career stability.
- Opportunity for growth.
- Excellent benefits, including lots of time off.
- Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment.
- Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
- Location and schedule flexibility.
- Major shop tools provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
