What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Technician/Mechanic II position at Penske Careers?
4059 Bakerview Valley Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
Exciting New Road Tech Program!
Position Summary:
Penske Mobile Technician II will generally assist in the repair and diagnosis of major components or remove/replace major components at the direction of the PFM Asset Supervisor. Expectations include the ability to perform preventive
maintenance (PM) service and to diagnose and repair the following with little or no supervision: Clutches, PTO Systems, Electric Systems, Hydraulic/Air Brake systems, Heating/Air Conditioning Systems, and Instruments and Gauges.
**This position is managed by our corporate team, and the Mobile Tech II will not work on equipment in a Penske facility.
Major Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate proficiency in the repair and diagnosis of: Engines (gas and diesel); Power train to include differentials, transmissions, clutches, drive shafts, PTO’s and wheel ends; Electrical systems including starters and
alternators; HVAC systems; Steering systems; Electronics to include ECM’s, ECU’s, sensors, etc.; Engine bolt on items such as turbos, fan clutches, injectors, cooling system, etc.; Brake systems including ABS; and Suspension systems (spring and air)
- Perform mechanical and general appearance reconditioning of equipment for “trade-ins” and prepare new equipment for delivery.
- Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled units
- Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services
- Perform duties with little or no supervision in a timely and efficient manner
- Identify warrantable repairs and document on repair order
- Maintain on-site work area appearance, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Comply with all Penske and Customer work requirements
- Road test Vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
- Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
- Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Adjust and replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
- Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
- Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
- Specialize in repairing and troubleshooting of major components such as engine, transmissions and differentials, to include replacing complete assemblies, turbochargers, fuel system components etc.
- Order, receive, and charge out parts. Maintain control of parts inventory, including cores, via cycle counts and proper inventory management.
- Serve as primary customer contact for day-to-day customer needs, and escalate as required to sales/operations management.
- Manage tire and wheels, both on equipment via inspections and in inventory. - - Follow Penske safety practices at all times.
- Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
