Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske•City of Binghamton, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring a Technician II to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a varied fleet of trucks and trailers. The technician works independently on major and minor repairs, performs road tests to diagnose problems, completes maintenance tasks, and informally mentors newer technicians while continuing to develop skills through training and guidance from experienced technicians and a manager. The role focuses on keeping vehicles safe, reliable, and ready for customers. Technicians use Penske tools and technology to research, document, diagnose, and complete repairs. Penske provides training in its maintenance processes and technology, shop tools, and opportunities to work on equipment from multiple manufacturers. The position is at 93 Industrial Park Dr, Binghamton, NY 13904, on a Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. schedule, with pay of $28.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least 3 years of practical vehicle maintenance experience.
Experienced use of trade tools, including diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
Valid driver's license.
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 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 in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE selection and use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file as required for the DOT-regulated role, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last three years. CDL holders must also complete a 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 and location.
Must complete the Penske employment application, submit to background screening that includes criminal checks and past employment and education, and pass a drug screening.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
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.
Ability to see and hear sufficiently to navigate the work environment safely.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds, 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 and help 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.
Learn new skills through Penske technician training.
Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
Perform road tests to diagnose vehicle problems.
Set an example and informally mentor new technicians.