Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske•Concord, NC

43d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

As a Penske Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a diverse fleet of vehicles to help customers keep their vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road. The role includes basic diagnostics and repair work on gas and diesel vehicles, including tire service, lubrication and component replacement, some electrical repairs, and cooling-system maintenance. You will use Penske tools and technology to log, research, and complete repairs. You will work alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, receiving hands-on coaching and industry-certified training through Penske's Technician Certification Program. The position is safety-sensitive and regulated by the Department of Transportation. Associates must follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies and work in a consistently alert and safe manner. The job requires working at the specified location and schedule and may require nearby travel for training.

Requirements

Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using tools.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to solve problems.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work well as part of a team and outside.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
Ability to maintain a constant state of alertness and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others' safety.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to meet applicable DOT driver qualification requirements, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last three years; CDL holders must also complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete a Penske employment application, undergo background screening and required drug screening and physical, and potentially travel within the nearby area for training.
Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
Ability to use hands routinely to operate required 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 sufficiently to navigate a workplace where large trucks frequently move.
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.
One to two years of automotive or diesel repair experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain vehicles and ensure they are safe for customers.
Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs, including replacing or rotating tires, lubricating and replacing vehicle components, some electrical-system repairs, and cooling-system maintenance on gas and diesel vehicles.
Partner with a manager to develop skills through technician training and hands-on coaching.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies and practices.