Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level at Penske Truck Leasing

301 Pride Dr., Hammond, LA 70401

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 ($2), 3rd shift ($3), Weekends (2$)
• Career Stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including lots of times off
• Strong well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske's Technician Certification Program as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider)
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
• Location and schedule flexibility

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred

• Basic mechanical aptitude and 1-2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred)

• Valid driver’s license

• The ability to solve problems and comfort using tools

• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills

• The ability to work well as part of a team and outside

• 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 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), the ability to pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potential travel within a near geography for training are required

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.

Salary: $21.50/hourly

Hours: Mon – Fri 1230 – 2100 SA 0700 – 1500 rotational

Shift Differentials:

• Second shift start times after 11am are eligible for $2.00 per hour shift differential
• Third shift start time after 9pm are eligible for $3.00 per hour shift differential

Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians

Job Function: Truck Maintenance

Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance

Address: 301 Pride Dr

Primary Location: US-LA-Hammond

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2410838

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