Carrier)

Penske•Kent, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Penske Refrigeration Technician diagnoses, overhauls, adjusts, and repairs motor truck and trailer equipment, with a primary focus on commercial truck and trailer refrigeration units, including Carrier and Thermo King equipment. The position also supports preventive maintenance and tractor-trailer maintenance as required by location management. The role is based at 7210 S 224th St, Kent, WA 98032, and is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety-sensitive by the company.

Requirements

Six years of practical experience with tractor-trailer maintenance.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Specialized training and experience in the overhaul of refrigeration components.
Proficiency in using all necessary tools of the trade.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
Ability to maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
Current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the last three years.
For CDL holders, DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the employment application, and undergo a background investigation and drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
Routine daily use of hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, or operate tools and controls.
Ability to work safely at heights using ladders and elevated work 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 exceeding 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical education or certification.
ASE certification.
608/609 certifications.
Current CDL license with air-brake certification.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance services, primarily on Carrier and/or Thermo King commercial refrigeration units for trucks and trailers.
Test lines, components, and connections using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic test equipment.
Read complex schematics associated with refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment.
Identify warrantable repairs and document them on repair orders.
Maintain the appearance and safety of the work area.
Road-test vehicles when needed to diagnose malfunctions or verify proper operation.
Perform duties in a timely and efficient manner with little or no supervision.
Use hand and power tools and equipment, including screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, precision instruments, pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, jacks, and hoists.
Provide additional preventive-maintenance and tractor-trailer-maintenance support as required by location management.
Inspect and verify parts dimensions and clearances against factory specifications.
Complete other projects and tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE selection and use.