Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced
Company: Penske Logistics
Location: Montpelier
Posted on: May 6, 2024
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Job Description:
Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced What’s the Job? Ready
to move your career forward? As an experienced Technician at
Penske, you’ll do exactly that. Here, you’ll perform preventative
maintenance and repairs of all levels on the newest and best
maintained fleet of vehicles in the industry. You will help our
customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road. As a
Technician I at Penske, you are a respected, experienced lead at
your location—a master technician. You set an example and
informally mentor others while learning from your manager. You are
trusted to work independently while doing major and minor repairs,
performing road tests to diagnose problems and completing
maintenance tasks. Why is this job awesome? For starters, your
skills and experience are recognized. You’ll get to work on lots of
different types of equipment—not just one manufacturer. We work
hard to get the job done, but we also make sure you have the time
you need to do the job right. Safety and reliability are our top
priorities. Yes, we know you are experienced, and we will rely on
your experience and leadership. But we’ll also teach you about our
vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting-edge technology we
use. And we will make sure you are continuing to get the training
you need to advance in your career. You’ll be inspired and
encouraged by the best in the industry. We take pride in how clean
our facilities are, and we provide you with all the necessary major
shop tools. If you are an experienced truck and trailer technician
and are interested in a stable career with a lot of opportunity for
growth, join our team. Main Responsibilities: Making sure vehicles
are maintained and safe for our customers Using Penske’s tools and
technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic
vehicle diagnostics Doing preventative maintenance repairs—like
replacing or rotating tires—and completing vehicle component
lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and
cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles
Partnering with your manager to learn new skills using Penske’s
technician training and hands-on coaching Working on other projects
and tasks as assigned by supervisor Why is Penske for you?
Competitive starting salary Shift Premium Career stability
Opportunity for growth Excellent benefits, including lots of time
off Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment
(Penske’s Technician Certification Program is certified as a
Continuing Automotive Service Education provider) Advanced vehicle
maintenance technology Location and schedule flexibility
Qualifications: 6 years of practical experience with truck and
tractor-trailer maintenance High school diploma or equivalent
preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair
preferred Specialized training and experience in the
diagnosis/troubleshooting of major components (engines,
transmissions, differentials), OEM training courses, ASE
Certification, and 608/609 certifications (preferred) Experienced
using all tools of the trade (including welding equipment,
diagnostic equipment, and hand and power tools) Valid driver’s
license required, CDL preferred The ability to solve problems
Excellent customer service skills and communication skills The
ability to work well as part of a team Willing to work in
non-climate-controlled conditions Basic computer skills The
associate will be required to understand and comply with specific
instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information
established by Penske management The associate must be able to
perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and
maintenance policies; including but not limited to the correct
selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and
established best safety practice. Regular, predictable, full
attendance is an essential function of the job Willingness to
travel as necessary within the district (customers’ yards, close
geographical area and training sites), work the required schedule,
work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment
application, submit to a background screening (to include criminal
checks, past employment and education) and pass a drug screening
This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or
designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to
work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is
required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility
for their own safety, as well as the safety of others. Physical
Requirements: The physical and mental demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an associate to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate will
be required to remember and understand certain instructions,
guidelines or other information. The associate must be able to see
and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. While performing
the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move
frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently
required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with
hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or
move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to
100lbs/45kg. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer About Penske
Truck Leasing Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P., headquartered in
Reading, Pennsylvania, is a partnership of Penske Corporation,
Penske Automotive Group, and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. A leading global
transportation services provider, Penske operates more than 260,000
vehicles, employs more than 29,000 people, and serves customers
from more than 1,000 locations in North America, South America,
Europe, Australia, and Asia. Product lines include full-service
truck leasing, contract maintenance, commercial and consumer truck
rentals, used truck sales, transportation and warehousing
management and supply chain management solutions. Visit Go Penske
to learn more. Date posted: 05/04/2024
Keywords: Penske Logistics, Tuckahoe , Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced, Engineering , Montpelier, Virginia
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