Diesel Technician Mechanic III - Entry Level
Company: Penske Truck Leasing
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: October 11, 2024
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Job Description:
Location: 2744 NE Evangeline Trwy, Lafayette, LA 70507 What's
the Job? Ready to accelerate your career while helping our
customers move forward? As a Technician at Penske, you'll do
exactly that. Here, you'll do preventative maintenance and minor
repairs 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. Whether you're looking for your first job out of
school or have some vehicle repair experience and are looking to
switch gears, becoming a Penske Technician may be a great fit for
you. Why is this job awesome? For starters, no day is the same.
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. Working alongside
experienced supervisors and master technicians, we'll teach you
about our vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting-edge
technology we use. And we will make sure you are getting the
industry certified training you need to succeed and grow your
career. You'll learn from the best in the industry. We also take
pride in how clean our facilities are, and we provide you with all
the necessary major shop tools. If you are mechanically inclined or
have completed any vehicle repair training, are willing to learn,
and 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 --- Using
Penske's tools and technologies to log, research and complete
repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics --- Doing preventative
maintenance repairs-like replacing or rotating tires-and completing
vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical
system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel
engine vehicles --- Partnering with your manager to learn new
skills using Penske's technician training and hands-on coaching ---
Working on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor Why
Penske is for You: --- Competitive starting salary- $21.50/hr. ---
Shift Premiums- 2nd shift ($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: --- 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: M-F 1330-2100 SA- 0500 -1300 (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: 2744 NE Evangeline Thrwy Primary Location: US-LA-Lafayette
Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. Req ID: 2410018 --s-p-m1--
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