Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske • Baton Rouge, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring a Technician II to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a varied fleet of vehicles. The role involves working independently on major and minor repairs, conducting road tests to diagnose problems, and completing maintenance tasks. The technician also sets an example and informally mentors new technicians while continuing to build skills through training and collaboration with experienced technicians and a manager.

The position offers work on equipment from multiple manufacturers, access to Penske’s vehicle maintenance processes and technology, ongoing training, and necessary major shop tools. The technician is responsible for maintaining vehicle safety and reliability, following company and regulatory safety requirements, and providing customer service. The role is DOT-regulated or designated safety-sensitive and requires alertness and care for the safety of oneself and others.

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 and all weather 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 according to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the previous three years.
• CDL holders must complete 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 specified location, complete a Penske employment application, undergo background screening, and pass a drug screening.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely, and accept 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 operate tools or controls.
• Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated platforms.
• Ability to see and hear to safely 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 exceeding 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 in safe condition 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, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
• Learn new skills through Penske technician training.
• Work on other projects and tasks assigned by a supervisor.
• Perform major and minor repairs, road tests, diagnostic work, and maintenance tasks.
• Informally mentor new technicians and set a positive example.
• Comply with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool and PPE use.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premiums for second shift ($2.00) and third shift ($3.00).
• 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.
• 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