Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske • Jackson, MS

43d

About The Position

As a Technician II at Penske, you will perform preventive maintenance and repairs of all levels on a diverse fleet of vehicles. You will work independently on major and minor repairs, conduct road tests to diagnose problems, and complete maintenance tasks. You will also set an example and informally mentor newer technicians while continuing to develop your skills through training and guidance from experienced technicians and your manager.

The role involves maintaining and repairing trucks and trailers, including troubleshooting components such as engines, transmissions, differentials, turbochargers, and fuel systems. You will use Penske tools and technology to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. The position works first shift and requires working safely in a non-climate-controlled shop and in all weather conditions. Penske provides major shop tools, training on vehicle maintenance processes and technology, and training intended to support career advancement.

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 proper tool and PPE use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to meet DOT-related driver qualification requirements, including annual motor vehicle record checks, a DOT physical, and safety performance history requests from prior employers for the last three years; CDL holders also require DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to travel as necessary within the district, including to customer yards, nearby locations, and training sites, and to work the required schedule at the designated location.
• Willingness to complete a Penske employment application, submit to background screening including criminal, employment, and education checks, and pass a drug screening.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated role, 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 ladders and elevated working platforms and to work safely in all weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear well enough to navigate a workplace where large trucks move frequently.
• 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 to 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 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, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
• Develop new skills through Penske technician training.
• Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
• Perform major and minor repairs independently and conduct road tests to diagnose problems.
• Informally mentor new technicians and set a positive example.

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.
• Major shop tools provided.

What This Job Offers

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