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Penske Truck Leasing

Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

Penske Truck Leasing, Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910

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Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

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Penske Truck Leasing

Ready to move your career forward? As an experienced Technician at Penske, you’ll perform preventive 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.

Location: 1501 Dixon Airline Road Augusta, GA 30906 United States

Main Responsibilities

Ensuring 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 ($2), 3rd Shift ($3), Weekends ($2)

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

Must understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management

Must 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 (annual MVR check, DOT Physical, Safety Performance History records, DOT Drug Screening for CDL holders, 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 (including criminal checks, past employment and education) and pass a drug screening

Physical Requirements

Frequently moving, standing, walking, climbing, bending, sitting for extended periods during work.

Using hands routinely to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate required tools or controls.

Safely working at heights using applicable ladders and elevated platforms.

Safely working in all weather conditions.

Needed to see and hear to safely navigate the work environment amid frequent large truck movement.

Regularly lifting or moving up to 50lbs (23kg) and occasionally up to 100lbs (45kg); additionally able to push/pull truck tires that exceed 100 pounds.

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 dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success.

Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Truck Maintenance Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance

Address: 1501 Dixon Airline Road Primary Location: US-GA-Augusta Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. Req ID: 2600046

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