Diesel Technician/Mechanic II
Company: Penske Logistics
Location: Hoffman Estates
Posted on: May 4, 2024
Job Description:
Diesel Technician/Mechanic II
Position Summary:
A Penske Auto Technician II will diagnose, adjust, and repair
automotive, light truck and van series of equipment including, but
not limited to the following: repair major components or
remove/replace major components including the ability to diagnose
and repair the following with little supervision: Engines (gas and
light duty diesel), Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Transmissions
(manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials,
Starters/Alternators, Air conditioning systems, Fan clutches,
Engine electronics, Suspension components, Power steering systems,
and Steering gear box (manual and power).
Major Responsibilities:
- Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services
- 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.
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose
malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers,
motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
- Specialize in repairing and troubleshooting of major components
such as engine, transmissions and differentials, to include
replacing complete assemblies, emission systems, fuel system
components etc. with assistance.
- Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
SHIFT: 2nd shift 2p-10:30p Monday - Friday
Qualifications:
- Verifiable practical maintenance and repair experience with
Automobiles, Light Trucks, and Vans.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 608/609 certifications
- A valid Drivers license
- Basic computer skills preferred for data entry into maintenance
systems.
- Able to use and operate any and all diagnostic computers and
equipment required by the vehicles operating within the
district.
- Willingness to travel as necessary within the district and work
at any station or shop within the district if required.
- Maintain current ASE or State BAR certification for brake
inspection and repair (A-4).
- Have required tools to perform all maintenance and repair work
as required by the vehicles operating within the district.
- 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, 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.
About Penske Truck Leasing
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 more than 440,000
vehicles, employs more than 43,000 people, 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 Go Penske
to learn more.
Keywords: Penske Logistics, Elgin , Diesel Technician/Mechanic II, Professions , Hoffman Estates, Illinois
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