Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske•Dayton, OH

11d

About The Position

As a Technician II at Penske, you will perform preventive maintenance and major and minor repairs on a varied fleet of vehicles. You will work independently, conduct road tests to diagnose problems, complete maintenance tasks, and help keep customer vehicles safe and reliable. The role also involves informally mentoring new technicians and continuing to develop your skills through training and collaboration with experienced technicians and managers. Penske provides training on its vehicle-maintenance processes and technology, access to major shop tools, and opportunities to work on equipment from multiple manufacturers. Technicians use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. The work is performed in a safety-focused shop environment, which may be non-climate-controlled, and may require travel within the district.

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 appropriate tool and PPE use and established safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to meet driver qualification file requirements, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a 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 required location, complete an employment application, undergo background screening, and pass a drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated role, accepting responsibility for one's own safety and the safety of others.
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 and to work safely in all weather conditions.
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.
Ability to push and pull truck tires exceeding 100 pounds on a regular basis.

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 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.
Informally mentor new technicians and set an example for other technicians.
Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.