Diesel Technician/Mechanic - Mobile Refrigeration (Thermo-King/Carrier)

Position Summary:  A Penske Refrigeration Technician will diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair all series of motor truck and trailer equipment with the primary focus on all refrigeration unit maintenance equipment designed for commercial trucks and trailers.  

WORK LOCATIONS: 2177 W. Landstreet Rd., Orlando, FL, US and 1301 W Taft Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32837
WORK SCHEDULE: Candidate must be able to work 1st shift Monday to Friday from 6am to 2:30pm at Landstreet or 2nd Shift Monday to Friday from 2pm to 11pm at Taft Vineland. Schedule may include weekends, and holidays based on business needs

Why is Penske for you?
   · We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits.
   · This position, at this location, offers shift differentials that will vary based on second shift ($2.00 starting after 11am) or third shift ($3.00 starting after 9pm) and weekend work ($2.00). 
   · This position, at this location,  also offers individuals who hold a current and valid CDL will be eligible for a $2.00/hr rate.
Penske offers ongoing skills training for to our maintenance associates, so you can grow your career! 

  Major Responsibilities:   • Perform all levels of maintenance services, with the primary focus on all refrigeration unit  such as Carrier and/or Thermo King commercial refrigeration equipment designed for commercial trucks and trailers. • Be able to test lines, components, and connections using electrical, mechanical and pneumatic test equipment • Read complex schematics associated with the refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. • Identify warrantable repairs and document on repair order • Maintain work area appearance and safety • Road test vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly. • Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and efficient manner • Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists. • Provide additional support regarding preventative maintenance and tractor trailer maintenance as required by location management • Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications. • Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
    Qualifications: • 6 years practical experience with tractor trailer maintenance required • High school diploma or equivalent required • Vocational/Technical or certification preferred • Specialized training and experience in the overhaul of refrigeration components required  • ASE Certification preferred • 608/609 certifications preferred • Proficiency in the use of all necessary tools of trade required • Current CDL license with air brake certification preferred • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook required • Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment is required • 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, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening 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 ment