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About the Role
As a Technician at Penske, you will perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a fleet of vehicles, helping customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road. This role offers the opportunity to work on various equipment types and learn from experienced supervisors and master technicians.
Responsibilities
- Perform vehicle maintenance and ensure safety for customers.
- Utilize Penske's tools and technologies for logging, researching, and completing repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
- Conduct preventative maintenance, such as tire replacement/rotation, component lubrication/replacement, electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel vehicles.
- Collaborate with management to acquire new skills through Penske's technician training and hands-on coaching.
- Undertake additional projects and tasks as assigned by supervisors.
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.
- Problem-solving abilities and comfort using tools.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and outdoors.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, and regulations.
- Adherence to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool selection, PPE usage, machine guarding, and safety practices.
- Regular, predictable, and full attendance is essential.
- Must maintain a current driver qualification file as required by the DOT, including annual MVR checks, DOT Physical, and safety performance history records.
- Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specific location.
- Ability to complete Penske employment application, background screening, drug screen, and physical as required by the DOT.
- Potential travel within a near geography for training may be required.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
- Ability to accept responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
- Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods.
- Ability to use hands for grasping, reaching, touching, handling, and operating tools/controls.
- Ability to work safely at heights using ladders and elevated platforms.
- Ability to work safely in all weather conditions.
- Ability to see and hear to safely navigate the work environment.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
- Ability to push/pull truck tires exceeding 100 pounds on a regular basis.
Skills
- Preventative maintenance
- Minor repairs
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Tire replacement
- Tire rotation
- Component lubrication
- Component replacement
- Electrical system repairs
- Cooling system maintenance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Problem-solving
- Tool usage
- Customer service
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Basic computer skills
- DOT regulations
- OSHA regulations
- Safety policies
Location
- 1632 Grand Central Ave, Elmira, NY 14903
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 1-2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience preferred
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $25.25/hr. + $3.00 Shift Differential
Benefits
- Competitive starting salary
- Shift Premiums
- Career stability
- Opportunity for growth
- Excellent benefits, including lots of time off
- Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment
- Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
- Location and schedule flexibility
About the Company
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer