Diesel Technician Mechanic II- 2nd shift

Penske • West Haven, CT

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring a Diesel Technician Mechanic II to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on truck and trailer equipment. The Technician II works independently on major and minor repairs, conducts road tests to diagnose problems, completes maintenance tasks, and helps keep customer vehicles safe and roadworthy. The role also includes informally mentoring newer technicians and continuing to develop skills through training and collaboration with experienced technicians and managers.

Technicians work with a variety of equipment and use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. The employer provides major shop tools and training on its maintenance processes and technology. The position is based at 38 Boston Post Rd., West Haven, CT, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The stated starting rate is $32.25 per hour, with a $3.00 second-shift differential and a $2.00 CDL differential if applicable.

Requirements

• Three years of practical vehicle-maintenance experience.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Experience using trade tools, including diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Excellent customer-service and communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in non-climate-controlled conditions and safely in all weather conditions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, and regulations established by Penske management.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent movement, standing, walking, climbing, bending, and sitting; routine tool use; working safely at heights; lifting or moving up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally; and regularly pushing or pulling truck tires exceeding 100 pounds.
• Ability to see and hear adequately to navigate the work environment safely.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file as required for this DOT-regulated role, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety-performance-history requests from prior employers for the last three years.
• For CDL holders, completion of a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to travel as needed within the district, work the required schedule and location, complete the employment application, undergo background screening, and pass a drug screening.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.

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.
• CDL, for eligibility for the additional CDL differential.

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, diagnose, and complete repairs.
• Complete basic vehicle diagnostics.
• Learn new skills through Penske technician training.
• Informally mentor new technicians and set an example for them.
• Perform other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
• Comply with DOT, OSHA, Penske safety, and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE use.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Second- and third-shift premiums.
• Career stability.
• Opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits and time off.
• Training on a variety of OEM equipment through a technician certification program certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider.
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• Location and schedule flexibility.
• Major shop tools provided.

What This Job Offers

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