Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske • Lawrence, KS

67d

About The Position

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

The role involves maintaining customer vehicles, troubleshooting and repairing components such as engines, transmissions, differentials, turbochargers, and fuel systems, and using Penske tools and technology to research, document, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics. Technicians work with a variety of OEM equipment in a clean facility with necessary major shop tools. Penske provides training on its maintenance processes and technology, with opportunities for career development. The position is on the second shift, Monday through Friday, 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM, and qualifies for shift differential incentive pay.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of practical experience with vehicle maintenance.
• Experienced use of trade tools, including diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 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 accordance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to meet driver qualification file requirements, including an annual MVR check, successful DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years; CDL holders also require DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to travel as necessary within the district, including customer yards, nearby locations, and training sites, and to work the required schedule and location.
• Must complete a Penske employment application, submit to background screening including criminal, past employment, and education checks, and pass a drug screening.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive 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 applicable 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 frequently move.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to regularly push and 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 so 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, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
• Learn new skills through Penske technician training.
• Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
• Perform major and minor repairs independently, conduct road tests to diagnose problems, and complete maintenance tasks.
• Informally mentor new technicians and set an example for them.
• Comply with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE use.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premiums and shift differential incentive pay.
• Career stability and opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off.
• Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment.
• Penske Technician Certification Program is certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider.
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• Location and schedule flexibility.
• Clean facilities and necessary major shop tools are provided.

What This Job Offers

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