Lead Diesel Technician I – 2nd Shift

Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Shift premium

Career stability

Growth opportunities

Excellent benefits with time off

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician in Shreveport, LA to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet. You’ll work with cutting-edge equipment, receive ongoing training, and contribute to safety and reliability.

The role emphasizes mentorship, hands-on diagnostics, and completing major and minor repairs with minimal supervision, while upholding Penske standards and quality.

Qualifications

• 6 years of practical experience with truck and tractor-trailer maintenance.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred.
• Specialized training and experience in the diagnosis/troubleshooting of major components (engines, transmissions, differentials), OEM training courses, ASE Certification, and 608/609 certifications (preferred).
• Experienced using all tools of the trade (including welding equipment, diagnostic equipment, and hand and power tools).

Responsibilities

• Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers.
• Doing preventive maintenance services on truck and trailer equipment with little or no supervision and in a timely manner.
• Repairing and troubleshooting major components such as engines, transmissions and differentials, including replacing complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system components, etc.

Skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical certification

Tools

Welding equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician in Shreveport, LA to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet. You’ll work with cutting-edge equipment, receive ongoing training, and contribute to safety and reliability.

The role emphasizes mentorship, hands-on diagnostics, and completing major and minor repairs with minimal supervision, while upholding Penske standards and quality.