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Penske Truck Leasing

Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

Penske Truck Leasing, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States, 35485

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Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

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Ready to move your career forward? As an experienced Technician at Penske, 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.

Location: 231 65th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405.

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 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

Working Shift 2pm – 10:30pm, Monday – Friday.

Why Penske is for You

Competitive starting salary

Shift premium (2.00 for 2nd shift, 3.00 for 3rd shift)

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 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. The driver qualification file includes an annual motor vehicle records 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 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

Physical Requirements

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 50 lbs/23 kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs/45 kg.

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 a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

Job Details

Job category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians

Job function: Truck Maintenance

Job family: Vehicle Maintenance

Primary location: US-AL‑Tuscaloosa

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

Request ID: 2512858

Seniority Level Not Applicable

Employment Type Full‑time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Truck Transportation

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