Senior Diesel Fleet Technician (Apply in minutes)

**11 Warehouse Row. Albany, NY 12205**

**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.

Yes, we know you are experienced, and we will rely on your experience and
leadership. But we’ll also teach you about our vehicle maintenance processes
and the cutting-edge technology we use. And we will make sure you are
continuing to get the training you need to advance in your career. You’ll be
inspired and encouraged by the best in the industry. We take pride in how
clean our facilities are, and we provide you with all the necessary major shop
tools.

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:**

• 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.

• Keeping your work area clean and safe

• Using Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs,
including basic vehicle diagnostics

• Learning new skills through Penske’s technician training

• Working on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

**Why Penske is for You:**

• Competitive starting salary

• Shift Premium

• Career stability

• Opportunity for growth

• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off

• Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske’s
Technician Certification Program is certified as a Continuing Automotive
Service Education provider)

• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology

• Location and schedule flexibility

Base Rate: $34.50hr + $3.00 Shift Differentials

**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 diagnosistroubleshooting of
major components (engines, transmissions, differentials), OEM training
courses, ASE Certification, and 608609 certifications (preferred)

• Experienced using all tools of the trade (including welding equipment,
diagnostic equipment, and hand and power tools)

• Valid driver’s license required, CDL preferred

• The ability to solve problems

• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills

• The ability to work well as part of a team

• Willing to work in non-climate-controlled conditions

• Basic computer skills

• The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific
instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established
by Penske management

• The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and
all Penske safety and maintenance policies; including but not limited to the
correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and
established best safety practice.

• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

• As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is
regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be
maintained as required by the role. The driver qualification file includes: an
annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT
Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers
in the last 3 years. Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening
within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

• Willingness to travel as necessary within the district (customers’ yards,
close geographical area and training sites), work the required schedule, work
at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application,
submit to a background screening (to include criminal checks, past employment
and education) and pass a drug screening

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. Associates must have the
ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety
of others.

**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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to
move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time
throughout their scheduled working period.

• The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to
grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, andor otherwise operate required tools or
controls.

• The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable
ladders and elevated working platforms.

• The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.

• Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the
associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work
environment.

• The associate must be able to regularly lift andor move up to 50lbs23kg
and occasionally lift andor move up to 100lbs45kg.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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**About Penske Truck LeasingTransportation Solutions**

Penske Truck LeasingTransportation 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.

Job Category: Vehicle MaintenanceMechanicsTechnicians

Job Function: Truck Maintenance

Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance

Address: 11 Warehouse Row

Primary Location: US-NY-Albany

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

Req ID: 2416658



Location: Ny State Campus, NY, US

Posted Date: 12/22/2024