Diesel Technician/Mechanic II
Company: Penske Truck Leasing
Location: East Chicago
Posted on: September 27, 2024
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Job Description:
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.
The position is located at our East Chicago, Indiana facility.
Hours: 2nd shift CST Monday - Friday
Work Location: 4000 Cline Ave East Chicago, IN
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; 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
--- 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
PJ300
Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians
Job Function: Truck Maintenance
Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance
Address: 4000 Cline Avenue
Primary Location: US-IN-East Chicago
Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
Req ID: 2407906
Keywords: Penske Truck Leasing, Chicago , Diesel Technician/Mechanic II, Engineering , East Chicago, Illinois
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