Diesel Technician Mechanic II

Penske • Lenexa, KS

70d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring a Technician II to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a varied fleet of trucks, trailers, and other equipment. The technician works independently on major and minor repairs, diagnoses problems through road tests, completes maintenance tasks, and performs basic vehicle diagnostics. The role also includes setting an example for and informally mentoring new technicians, while continuing to develop skills through training and guidance from experienced technicians and management. The schedule is Saturday through Wednesday on the second shift. Technicians work with Penske’s maintenance processes, technologies, and shop tools in a clean facility, with an emphasis on safety, reliability, and quality work.

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 maintain a constant state of alertness and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Willingness to travel as necessary within the district, work the required schedule and location, complete an employment application, undergo background screening, and pass a drug screening.
• For driving Penske and customer vehicles, maintain a current driver qualification file as required by the role, including an annual MVR check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history requests from prior employers for the last 3 years. CDL holders must also complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Ability to move frequently, 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, or operate tools and 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 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 such as 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.
• Set an example and informally mentor new technicians.
• Comply with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE use.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premiums.
• 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, which is certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider.
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• Location and schedule flexibility.
• Necessary major shop tools provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed