Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske•Louisville, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring a Technician II to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet of trucks and trailers. The technician works independently on major and minor repairs, performs road tests to diagnose problems, and completes maintenance tasks. The role also includes setting an example for other technicians and informally mentoring new technicians while continuing to develop skills through training and guidance from experienced technicians and managers. Technicians work with equipment from multiple manufacturers and use Penske tools and technologies to research, document, diagnose, and complete repairs. Penske provides major shop tools, training in its vehicle maintenance processes and technology, and opportunities for career development. Work must be completed safely and in accordance with applicable DOT, OSHA, and Penske policies.

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.
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 selection, machine guarding, and safe practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to meet the driver qualification file requirements for a role involving driving Penske and customer vehicles, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers within 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 necessary within the district to customer yards, nearby locations, and training sites; work the required schedule and location; complete an 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, and 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 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 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 the team.
Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.