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About the Role
As a Utility 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 and gain industry-certified training.
Responsibilities
- Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for customers.
- Utilize Penske's tools and technologies for repair logging, research, and completion, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
- Perform preventative maintenance such as tire replacement/rotation, component lubrication/replacement, minor electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engines.
- Collaborate with management to acquire new skills through Penske's technician training and hands-on coaching.
- Undertake additional projects and tasks as directed 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 as part of a team and outdoors.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or information established by Penske management.
- Must perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies, including correct tool selection and use, PPE, machine guarding, and best safety practices.
- Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential.
- Must maintain a current driver qualification file as required by the DOT, including annual MVR check, DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records.
- CDL holders require a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
- Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specific location.
- Must complete Penske employment application, submit to a background screening (criminal checks, past employment, education), and pass a drug screen and physical as required by the DOT.
- Potential travel within a near geography for training may be required.
- Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
- Must accept responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
- Must be able to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods.
- Must use hands routinely for grasping, reaching, touching, handling, feeling, and operating tools/controls.
- Must be able to work safely at heights using ladders and elevated platforms.
- Must be able to work safely in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to see and hear to safely navigate the work environment.
- Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
- Must be able to push/pull truck tires exceeding 100 pounds regularly.
Skills
- Preventative maintenance
- Minor repairs
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Tire replacement
- Tire rotation
- Component lubrication
- Component replacement
- Electrical system repairs
- Cooling system maintenance
- Gas engine maintenance
- Diesel engine maintenance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Problem-solving
- Tool usage
- Customer service
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Computer skills
Location
- 1164 E 156th Street Bronx, NY 10474
Work Type
- Full-time
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
- $27.73/hr
- Shift Premiums: 2nd shift $2.00 & 3rd shift $3.00
Benefits
- Career stability
- Opportunity for growth
- Excellent benefits
- 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.
- Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Equal Opportunity
- Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer