Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske•Montebello, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring a Diesel Technician/Mechanic II to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on trucks, trailers, and other fleet vehicles. The technician works independently on major and minor repairs, performs road tests to diagnose problems, completes maintenance tasks, and helps keep customer vehicles safe and road-ready. The role also involves informally mentoring newer technicians and continuing to develop skills through training and collaboration with experienced technicians and managers. Technicians work on a variety of equipment and use Penske tools and technologies to document, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. Penske provides major shop tools, training, and access to vehicle maintenance technology. The position is based at 1500 S. Greenwood Ave, Montebello, CA 90640, and requires working in non-climate-controlled conditions and traveling within the district as needed.

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.
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 safe work practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers within the last 3 years.
For CDL holders, completion of a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and submission to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel within the district as necessary, work the required schedule and location, complete a Penske employment application, undergo background screening, and pass a drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated position, and to take responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods.
Routine use of hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls.
Ability to work safely at heights using ladders and elevated working platforms and in all weather conditions.
Ability to see and hear sufficiently to navigate the work environment safely.
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 on truck and trailer equipment with little or no supervision and in a timely manner.
Repair and troubleshoot engines, transmissions, differentials, turbochargers, fuel system components, and other vehicle components.
Perform major and minor repairs, road tests, and maintenance tasks.
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.
Informally mentor new technicians and set a positive example.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.