Penske - Diesel Technician/Mechanic - Roadside Assistance
Company: Penske Truck Leasing
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Summary: This diesel technician/mechanic position at
Penske is focused on providing top service to our customers who
have roadside assistance needs. This position will be responsible
for being able to diagnose and repair all types of maintenance
issues on the truck in all weather conditions in the safest manner
on the side of the road. Qualified candidates will have prior,
demonstrated experience in tractor trailer repair and have
proficiency in the use of all types of repair tools. Individuals
must be willing to drive a Penske Road Assist vehicle that is
outfitted with tools and supplies. Major Responsibilities: ---
Respond timely to road assist calls and repair units by identifying
and determining: 1) parts requiring replacement, and 2) warrantable
repairs, documented appropriately. --- Perform diagnostics and
non-road assist call repairs that can be dropped quickly, as
needed. --- Restock rapid assist vehicle with tools, parts, tires,
or anything else required to perform an effective road assist. ---
Perform maintenance or repairs to road assist vehicle as required.
--- When not out on road calls, assist with designated in-shop
repairs as directed by supervisor. --- Other projects and tasks as
assigned by supervisor Qualifications: --- 2-4 years practical
experience with tractor trailer maintenance required --- High
school diploma or equivalent required --- Vocational/Technical or
certification preferred --- Specialized training in the repair and
replacement of vehicle components preferred --- Proficiency in the
use of shop tools required --- Current CDL license with air brake
certification required --- Basic computer skills preferred for data
entry into maintenance systems. --- Ability to work in non-climate
controlled conditions required --- 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 investigation (to include past employment,
education, and criminal history) and drug screening 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.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PJ500 Job Category:
Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Truck
Maintenance Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance Address: 2740 NW 74th
Place Primary Location: US-FL-Gainesville Employer: Penske Truck
Leasing Co., L.P. Req ID: 2330663
Keywords: Penske Truck Leasing, Pine Hills , Penske - Diesel Technician/Mechanic - Roadside Assistance, Engineering , Gainesville, Florida
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