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Project Manager Uptime Spec and Design
Job Location:
Job Location:
Harrisburg, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
20 August 2026 (14 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Description
Qualifications
Position Summary:
The Project Manager Uptime serves as a subject matter expert (SME) in commercial fleet equipment playing a critical role in diagnosing and resolving complex equipment issues across Penskes fleet while evaluating and validating emerging technologies and products. This position is responsible for identifying root causes of recurring equipment challenges including specification misalignment OEM component failures elevated maintenance costs and increased labor requirements. The Project Managers involvement in new products will be focused on the maintenance departments interaction of the technology; IE techs and support roles. The ultimate outcomes of this position are to deliver value-added equipment solutions to the customer improve repair efficiency reduce vehicle downtime and lower total maintenance costs.
Major Responsibilities:
Lead structured root cause analysis on fleet equipment issues and develop corrective action plans to drive resolution
Evaluate emerging technologies and products through hands-on testing providing data-supported recommendations for potential fleet adoption to improve Customer Experience
Identify gaps in existing maintenance processes and develop standardized procedures that improve repair efficiency
Design and implement proactive repair strategies aimed at minimizing vehicle downtime and improving overall fleet availability
Other projects and tasks as assigned
Qualifications
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 4 years of experience in the automotive diesel or commercial trucking industry
HD Truck OEM Technician Certification strongly preferred
Strong working knowledge of heavy-duty truck mechanical and electrical systems
Proficient in navigating OEM diagnostic platforms service information systems and technical documentation
Ability to collect interpret and act on fleet maintenance data to identify trends and support decision-making
Innovative problem solver with strong critical and adaptive thinking skills
Effective communicator able to present technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Collaborative team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision
Committed to continuous learning and holding a high standard of quality in all aspects of the role
Regular predictable full attendance is an essential function of the job.
Successful candidate must complete Penske employment application submit to a background investigation (past employment education and criminal history) and complete a drug screening.
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.
The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
While performing the duties of this job the associate will be required to move frequently stand walk and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch handle and feel and to reach with hands and arms. 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.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headqu ... View more
