Diesel Technician/Mechanic II
Company: Penske
Location: Sparks
Posted on: September 29, 2024
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Job Description:
1405 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 What's the Job? Ready to move
your career forward? As a 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 II at Penske, you are a
respected technician. You are trusted to work independently while
doing major and minor repairs, performing road tests to diagnose
problems and completing maintenance tasks. You set an example and
informally mentor new technicians while continuing to grow your
skills from learn from other experienced techs and your manager.
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 have technician experience under your belt, and we'll
leverage that. 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 vehicle 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 components such as,
engines, transmissions and differentials, 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 Premiums - 2nd shift ($3.00),
3rd shift ($4.00), Weekends ($3.00) • 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: • 3 years of practical experience with vehicle
maintenance required • 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 tools of the trade (including diagnostic equipment, hand
tools, and power tools) • Valid driver's license required • 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 Job Category:
Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Truck
Maintenance Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance Address: 1405 Glendale
Ave Primary Location: US-NV-Sparks Employer: Penske Truck Leasing
Co., L.P. Req ID: 2413140 Date posted: 09/28/2024
Keywords: Penske, Sparks , Diesel Technician/Mechanic II, Engineering , Sparks, Nevada
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