Lead Diesel Mechanic/Technician
Company: Penske
Location: Summit
Posted on: October 22, 2024
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Job Description:
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 Lead Technician 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 • Doing preventive maintenance services on
truck and trailer equipment with little or no supervision and in a
timely manner • Repairing and troubleshooting major components such
as engines, transmissions and differentials, including replacing
complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system components, etc. •
Keeping your work area clean and safe • Using Penske's tools and
technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic
vehicle diagnostics • Learning new skills through Penske's
technician training • Working on other projects and tasks as
assigned by supervisor Why Penske is 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 • As this position
requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by
the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be
maintained as required by the role. The driver qualification file
includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a
successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History
records request from prior employers in the last 3 years.
Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30
days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review. •
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. • While
performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required
to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended
length of time throughout their scheduled working period. • The
associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily
basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise
operate required tools or controls. • The associate must be able to
work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated
working platforms. • The associate must be able to safely work in
all weather conditions. • Given the frequent movement of large
trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and
hear in order to safely navigate the work environment. • 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 Keywords: Automotive,
Diesel, Diesel Repair, Diesel Tech, Diesel Mechanic, Gas Mechanic,
Mechanic, Hydraulics Auto Repair, Truck Repair, Trailer Repair,
Equipment Installer, Electronic Diagnostic, Car Carrier Repair,
Mechanical Repair, Installer, Truck Equipment, Auto Mechanic, ASE
Certified, ASE, Automotive, Repair, Light And Heavy Duty Trucks,
Truck Mechanic Service Technician, Heavy Truck & Equipment
Technician, Heavy Truck Mechanic, Equipment Mechanic, Shop
Mechanic, Truck Mechanic, Fleet Mechanic, Fleet Technician, Trailer
Mechanic, Universal Technical Institute, UTI, Wyotech, Lincoln
College of Technology, Lincoln Tech, University of Northwest Ohio,
Detroit Diesel, Cummins About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation
Solutions Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a
premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and
innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to
help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in
Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication
to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske
to learn more. Job Category: Vehicle
Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Truck Maintenance
Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance Address: 5122 Hwy 98 W Primary
Location: US-MS-Summit Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. Req
ID: 2413509 Date posted: 10/16/2024
Keywords: Penske, Hattiesburg , Lead Diesel Mechanic/Technician, Professions , Summit, Mississippi
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