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We've got the keys to a rewarding career, drive on over to Penske!
Have the drive to be a part of a top service department? Want to keep
the best fleet up and running?
If youre happy under the hood, youre a perfect fit! Were hiring a
mobile diesel technician for the Tri-Cities area.
As part of our company, we provide training, encouragement and growth
within a team environment. We invest in your professional growth by
providing you with education and training opportunities to keep current
on industry standards and products. You will gain valuable knowledge in
the transportation industry and skills that will last a lifetime.
What do you need to become a diesel technician/mechanic? The main
function of the Penske Technician I will be to diagnose, adjust, and
repair all series of motor truck and trailer equipment including, but
not limited to the following: Engines (gas and diesel),
Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Transmissions (manual and automatic),
Clutches, Differentials/Power dividers, PTO systems,
Starters/Alternators, Refrigeration systems, Air conditioning systems
(including cold and hot units), Fan clutches, Engine electronics
(gas/diesel), Power steering systems, and Steering gear box (manual and
power).
Shift expectations are:
Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Â
In addition, the diesel technician will have these major
responsibilities:
- Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services on truck and
trailer equipment.
- Identify warrantable repairs and document on repair order
- Maintain work area appearance and safety
- Road test vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to
ensure that they are working properly.
- Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and
efficient manner
- Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure
gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as
pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
- Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other
important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries,
and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Adjust and replace brake, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble
equipment.
- Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic
jacks or hoists.
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose
malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor
analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
- Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified
safety devices.
- Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure
conformance to factory specifications.
- Specialize in repairing and troubleshooting of major components such
as engine, transmissions and differentials, to include replacing
complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system components etc.
- Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
To succeed in this role, the technician will have the following
qualifications:
- Six years practical experience with tractor trailer maintenance
required
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Vocational/Technical or certification 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
- Proficiency in the use of all tools of trade (including welding
equipment, diagnostic equipment, hand and power tools) required
- A valid drivers license is required
- Current CDL license with air brake certification preferred,
willingness to acquire CDL if you do not have one.
- Basic computer skills preferred for data entry into maintenance
systems.
- Ability to work in non-climate controlled conditions required
- 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 investigation (to
include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug
screening are required.
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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.
- The associate will be required to remember and understand certain
instructions, guidelines or other information. The associate must
be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be
required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate
is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to
reach with hands and arms. 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
Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P., headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania,
is a partnership of Penske Corporation, Penske Automotive Group,
General Electric Capital Corporation and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. A
leading global transportation services provider, Penske operates more
than 216,000 vehicles and serves customers from more than 1,000
locations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Product lines include full-service truck leasing, contract maintenance,
commercial and consumer truck rentals, used truck sales, transportation
and warehousing management and supply chain management solutions. Visit
http://www.gopenske.com/ to learn more
Ready to turn wrenches? Apply for this position and start your
career
today.
Keywords:
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Certified, ASE, Automotive, Repair, Light And Heavy Duty Trucks, Truck
Mechanic Service Technician, Heavy Truck & Equipment Technician,
Heavy Truck Mechanic, Equipment Mechanic, Shop Mechanic, Truck
Mechanic, Fleet Mechanic, Fleet Technician, Trailer Mechanic, Universal
Technical Institute, UTI, Wyotech, Lincoln College of Technology,
Lincoln Tech, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Eaton, Meritor, Mack,
International, Peterbilt, Kenworth, Volvo, Freightliner, Hino, Isuzu
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