Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Licensed Diesel Truck Technician/Mechanic 1

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeOshawa, ON, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

At least 5 years of practical experience with tractor-trailer maintenance is required.
A relevant provincial license, such as Red Seal or 310T, is required, along with maintaining membership or registration with the applicable government agencies.
A current Class D or Class 3 driver's license with air-brake certification is required, or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.
Proficiency with trade tools, including welding and diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools, is required.
Basic computer skills are required.
Ability to work in non-climate-controlled conditions is required.
Regular and predictable full attendance is an essential job function.
Must be willing to travel within the district to customer yards and training sites, work the required schedule and location, and complete an employment application and reference checks.
Must regularly lift or move up to 12 kg, frequently lift or move up to 23 kg, and occasionally lift or move up to 45 kg.
Must be able to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, and frequently use hands to handle objects and reach with hands and arms; required vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services.
Identify warrantable repairs and document them on repair orders.
Maintain the appearance and safety of the work area.
Road-test vehicles as needed to diagnose malfunctions or verify proper operation.
Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely, efficient manner.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, and power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, jacks, and hoists.
Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other parts to verify proper operating condition.
Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
Adjust or replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
Inspect and verify part dimensions and clearances against factory specifications.
Repair and troubleshoot major components, including engines, transmissions, and differentials, and replace complete assemblies, turbochargers, and fuel-system components as needed.
Complete other projects and tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

Specialized training and experience diagnosing and troubleshooting major components, including engines, transmissions, and differentials, is preferred.
Original equipment manufacturer training courses are preferred.

Location: 850 Champlain Ave Oshawa, ON, L1J 8C3

Pay: $44-46

Shift: Monday to Friday 2:30PM to 11:00PM

Shift Premium: $3.00 2nd Shift Differential, $4.00 3rd Shift Differential

Position Summary:

EXPERIENCED, LICENSED AND LOOKING FOR A COMPANY THAT RECOGNIZES YOUR VALUE? You are looking at the right company in Penske!

We have industry leading trucks, technology, tools, and experts in the vehicle maintenance industry committed to helping you develop your career with OEM training. If you are Dynamic, Motivated and Ready to live a unique opportunity, WE WANT YOU!

A Penske Technician I will diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair all series of motor truck and trailer equipment. This position demands a specialist in the field that will perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and efficient manner. Other exciting projects and tasks may be assigned by supervisor.

We Offer You:

• Modern and clean work environment

• Industry leading technology and tools

• Competitive salary

• Attractive shift premiums

• New equipment and technology from variety of suppliers/dealerships

• RRSP program with company match

• Affordable health & dental benefit package

• Free uniforms and laundry service

• Tool and boots allowance

• Vacation time + 11 paid statutory holidays + paid sick days

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

• Comprehensive technical and professional training

• Opportunity for advancement throughout the company

• Partner’s discounts

Major Responsibilities:

• Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services

• 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, 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 brake, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.

• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.

• 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.

• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• 5+ years practical experience with tractor trailer maintenance required

• Must possess respective Provincial License such as Red Seal/310T

• Must maintain membership/registration with respective Government Agencies

• Current driver's license class D or class 3 with air brake certification required or ability to obtain it within 6 months of being hired

• Proficiency in the use of all tools of trade (including welding equipment, diagnostic equipment, hand and power tools) required

• Basic computer skills required

• Ability to work in non-climate controlled conditions required

• Specialized training and experience in the diagnosis/troubleshooting of major components (engines, transmissions, differentials), OEM training courses preferred

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

• 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 employment reference checks.

Physical Requirements:

- The physical 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.

-The associate must regularly lift and /or move up to 12kg, frequently lift and/or move up to 23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 45kg.

-Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.

-While performing the duties of this Job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Penske is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

About the Company

Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Penske provides a range of transportation services, including retail automotive sales and service, truck leasing and rental, and logistics solutions, plus professional motorsports activities. Its offerings work through distinct units: Penske Automotive Group sells and services vehicles, Penske Truck Leasing rents and maintains trucks with fleet management, and Penske Logistics handles end-to-end supply chain services. The company differentiates itself by operating multiple transportation and entertainment businesses under one private global umbrella, enabling cross-sell opportunities and large-scale coordination. Its goal is to deliver reliable, end-to-end transportation and logistics solutions for individuals and businesses worldwide while growing its diversified portfolio and leveraging scale.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Bellflower, CA
Founded: 1969

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