Facility Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

 

Position Summary: A Penske Auto Technician I will diagnose, adjust, and repair automotive, light truck and van series of equipment including, but not limited to the following: Engines (gas and light duty diesel), Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, Starters/Alternators, Air conditioning systems, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Suspension components, Power steering systems, and Steering gear box (manual and power).
 

Work Schedule: 
•1st Shift: Sunday - Wednesday 5:00am - 1:00pm

Pay Rate

•$33.00 per hour

Additional Benefits: 
• Paid Time Off 
• Medical Insurance 
• Dental Insurance 
• Vision Insurance 
• Life Insurance 
• 401K 
• Associate Referral Program 
• $125 Boot allowance after 90-days of employment 

Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization! 

Major Responsibilities:  - Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services - Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and efficient manner while meeting time standards. - 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. - Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges. - Specialize in repairing and troubleshooting of major components such as engine, transmissions and differentials, to include replacing complete assemblies, emission systems, fuel system components etc. - Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications:- 3 plus years practical maintenance and repair experience with Automobiles, Light Trucks, and Vans.- High school diploma or equivalent required- Vocational/Technical or certification preferred- Specialized training and experience in the diagnosis/troubleshooting of major components (engines, transmissions, differentials) as defined as “heavy-line” type work.- 608/609 certifications- A valid Driver’s license- Advanced LASD computer system skills preferred for data entry into maintenance systems.- Able to use and operate any and all diagnostic computers and equipment required by the vehicles operating within the district.- Willingness to travel as necessary within the district and work at any station or shop within the district if required.- Completion of on-line OEM training courses for vehicle makes and models operated by L. A. Sheriff’s Department. - Master Tech ASE certification to include brake certification (A-4) and Headlight adjustors certification- Have required tools to perform all maintenance and repair work as required by the vehicles operating within the district- 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 i