Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

Penske; Petaluma (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Technician I, where your skills will be recognized and valued. In this role, you'll perform vital maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet of vehicles, ensuring safety and reliability for customers. With a strong emphasis on training and growth, you'll have the opportunity to enhance your expertise while working independently and mentoring others. This position offers competitive pay, shift differentials, and excellent benefits, all within a supportive environment that prioritizes safety and teamwork. If you're looking for a stable career with ample opportunities for advancement, this is the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Shift Premium

Career stability

Opportunity for growth

Excellent benefits

Flexible location and schedule

Qualifications

• 6+ years of truck and tractor-trailer maintenance experience required.
• Specialized training in diagnosing major components preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on vehicles.
• Troubleshoot and repair major components like engines and transmissions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair

Tools

Welding equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

51 Lakeville St, Petaluma, CA 94952

What’s the Job?

Ready to move your career forward? As an experienced Technician at Penske, you’ll do exactly that. Here, you’ll perform preventative maintenance and repairs of all levels 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.

As a Technician I at Penske, you are a respected, experienced lead at your location—a master technician. You set an example and informally mentor others while learning from your manager. You are trusted to work independently while doing major and minor repairs, performing road tests to diagnose problems and completing maintenance tasks.

Why is this job awesome? For starters, your skills and experience are recognized. 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.

If you are an experienced truck and trailer technician and are interested in a stable career with a lot of opportunity for growth, join our team.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers
2. Doing preventive maintenance services on truck and trailer equipment with little or no supervision and in a timely manner
3. Repairing and troubleshooting major components such as engines, transmissions and differentials, including replacing complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system components, etc.
4. Keeping your work area clean and safe
5. Using Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics
6. Learning new skills through Penske’s technician training
7. Working on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Why Penske is for You:

1. Competitive starting salary
2. Shift Premium
3. Career stability
4. Opportunity for growth
5. Excellent benefits, including lots of time off
6. Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment
7. Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
8. Location and schedule flexibility

Qualifications:

1. 6 years of practical experience with truck and tractor-trailer maintenance
2. High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred
3. Specialized training and experience in the diagnosis/troubleshooting of major components (engines, transmissions, differentials), OEM training courses, ASE Certification, and 608/609 certifications (preferred)
4. Experienced using all tools of the trade (including welding equipment, diagnostic equipment, and hand and power tools)
5. Valid driver’s license required, CDL preferred
6. The ability to solve problems
7. Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
8. The ability to work well as part of a team
9. Willing to work in non-climate-controlled conditions
10. Basic computer skills
11. Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

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.

Physical Requirements:

1. While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended lengths of time throughout their scheduled working period.
2. 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.
3. The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.
4. The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.
5. 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.

Pay: $40.00

Shift Differentials:

1. Second shift start times after 11am are eligible for $3.00 per hour shift differential
2. Third shift start time after 9pm are eligible for $4.00 per hour shift differential

Hours: Mon - Fri 6:00am- 2:30pm

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

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.

Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians

Job Function: Truck Maintenance

Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance

Address: 51 Lakeville St

Primary Location: US-CA-Petaluma

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2502552