Diesel Technician/Mechanic Apprentice
Company: Penske
Location: North Bergen
Posted on: September 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Location: 2723 Tonnelle Ave., North Bergen, NJ. 07047 Position
Summary: A Penske Apprentice Technician will work side by side our
existing workforce and learn through hands on experience that will
supplement the formal learning obtained as part of the formal
curriculum of a local technical/trade school. This position will
perform minor truck and trailer component repair and all aspects of
preventative maintenance on our vehicles. We have industry leading
technology, tools and experts in the vehicle maintenance field and
industry. You will receive state of the art training each year on a
variety of OEM equipment. Many of our technicians have been trained
and certified through Penske's Technician Certification Program
which is ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified as a CASE
(Continuing Automotive Service Education) provider. Major
Responsibilities: • Vehicle component lubrication and replacement •
Electrical system repairs • Cooling system maintenance • Perform
basic diagnostics Qualifications: • Enrollment in a current
technical/trade school for vehicle repair required • Working
knowledge in the use of hand tools required • Must have a positive
attitude and willingness to grow in position • Basic computer
skills preferred for data entry into maintenance systems • 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 within district (close geographical area),
work the required schedule, work at the specific location required,
complete Penske employment application, submit to a reference
verification (to include past employment and education) are
required. 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, and/or 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 and/or move up to
50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Category: Vehicle
Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Truck Maintenance
Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance Address: 2723 Tonnelle Ave. Primary
Location: US-NJ-North Bergen Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co.,
L.P. Req ID: 2413128 Date posted: 09/27/2024
Keywords: Penske, North Bergen , Diesel Technician/Mechanic Apprentice, Professions , North Bergen, New Jersey
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