Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level
Company: Penske Logistics
Location: Urbandale
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level(Job Number:
2302872) 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. Shift Differentials: Second
shift start times after 11am are eligible for $2.50 per hour shift
differential Third shift start time after 9pm are eligible for
$3.50 per hour shift differential 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: We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great
benefits. This position, at this location, offers shift
differentials that will vary based on second shift (starting after
11am) or third shift (starting after 9pm) and weekend work. This
position, at this location, also offers individuals who hold a
current and valid CDL will be eligible for a $2.00/hr rate. Penske
offers ongoing skills training for to our maintenance associates,
so you can grow your career! General Requirements: 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 Regular, predictable, full attendance is an
essential function of the job 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. 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 About Penske When you join
Penske, you’re joining a team that cares about doing its best. At
each location, there’s a strong sense of teamwork. We’re all
working together to move our customers forward. That’s true for the
11,000 vehicle repair associates who are working at hundreds of
locations across the United States. Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.,
headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a partnership of Penske
Corporation, Penske Automotive Group and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. A
leading global transportation services provider, Penske operates a
premier fleet of vehicles and serves its customers from locations
in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Penske’s 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 www.GoPenske.com to learn more. Date
posted: 03/16/2023
Keywords: Penske Logistics, Des Moines , Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level, Professions , Urbandale, Iowa
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