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Penske Truck Leasing

Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

Penske Truck Leasing, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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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.

Shift: First shift Friday to Tuesday, 7:00 am-3:30 pm. Off Wednesday and Thursday.

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

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

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

Physical Requirements

Move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods

Use hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate required tools or controls

Work safely at heights using ladders and elevated platforms

Work in all weather conditions

See and hear to navigate the work environment

Lifting up to 50lbs regularly and up to 100lbs occasionally

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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