Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske; Missouri; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team in reconditioning Diesel Particulate Filters. This role is vital for ensuring filters are restored to optimal performance, contributing significantly to operational efficiency. You will be responsible for examining, cleaning, and testing filters, as well as managing inventory levels. Ideal candidates will have a background in automotive or diesel mechanics, with a focus on hands-on experience and a commitment to quality. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that values teamwork and innovation.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of automotive or diesel experience preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Examine and test Diesel Particulate Filters for reconditioning.
• Manage inventory and assist with shipping and receiving.

Skills

Automotive Experience

Diesel Experience

Mechanical Skills

Data Entry Skills

Hand Tool Usage

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification

Tools

Bore Scope

Trap Tester Machine

Trap Blaster Cabinet

Job description

Position Summary:

The focus of this position is to clean and recondition Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF), Shipping and Receiving in addition to managing inventory of filters at Penske service locations. This position plays a critical role in examining the DPF and determining if it can be reconditioned as well as returning it to 80% or better of its original capacity.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Examine and test the component for restriction and cell integrity by using bore scope and trap tester machine. Determine if core is able to be cleaned and reused or should be disposed, as measured against the appropriate baseline for the filter type.
2. Clean the core using the appropriate patterns and nozzles in the trap blaster cabinet.
3. Retest cleaned unit for tolerance levels and if failed, bake unit in kiln, clean again and retest.
4. Data entry for DPF condition, measurements and pass/fail. Pass failed data to Warranty for potential recovery.
5. Shipping & Receiving DPFs.
6. Make recommendations for improving cleaning process as well as throughput. Manage maintenance and cleaning of equipment as needed.
7. Assist with managing inventory levels (cleaning appropriate DPF’s to maintain needed stock based on consumption).
8. Other projects as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

1. 1-2 years of automotive or diesel experience preferred.
2. Vocational or Technical certification preferred.
3. High School diploma or equivalent required.
4. Prior mechanical experience in the trucking industry is preferred.
5. Working knowledge in the use of hand tools required.
6. A valid driver’s license.
7. Basic computer skills preferred for data entry into maintenance systems.
8. Ability to operate machinery/equipment properly and efficiently.
9. Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
10. Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete a Penske employment application, submit to a reference verification (to include past employment and education) are required.

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.

-The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.

-While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.

-Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

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