Diesel Technician III

Location: 520 Mantau Blvd, Sewell, NJ 08080 | Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

About the role

As a Technician at Penske, you’ll perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a modern, well-maintained fleet. You’ll help customers keep their vehicles safe and on the road, working on a variety of equipment from multiple manufacturers. The role offers hands-on coaching, industry-certified training through Penske’s Technician Certification Program (a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider), and access to cutting-edge vehicle maintenance technology. Facilities are clean and all major shop tools are provided. This is a stable career with strong growth opportunity for those who are mechanically inclined or have vehicle repair training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for customers
• Use Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics
• Perform preventative maintenance repairs — replacing or rotating tires, completing vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles
• Partner with your manager to learn new skills using Penske’s technician training and hands-on coaching
• Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred
• Basic mechanical aptitude and 1–2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred)
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to solve problems and comfort using tools
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• Basic computer skills
• Must understand and comply with Penske management instructions, guidelines, rules, and regulations
• Must perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including correct selection and use of tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practices
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles; regulated by DOT and requires a current driver qualification file (annual MVR check, completed DOT Physical, Safety Performance History records from prior employers in the last 3 years)
• CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and are subject to FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location, complete Penske employment application, submit to background screening (criminal checks, past employment and education), pass a DOT-required drug screen and physical, and potentially travel within a near geography for training
• This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety-sensitive; ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required
• Associates must accept responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others

Physical Requirements

• Frequent movement: stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods throughout the scheduled working period
• Routine daily use of hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate required tools or controls
• Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms
• Ability to safely work in all weather conditions
• Must be able to see and hear to safely navigate the work environment (frequent movement of large trucks)
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs (23 kg); occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs (45 kg)
• Ability to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds

Benefits

• Shift premiums: 2nd shift +$3.00/hr, 3rd shift +$4.00/hr
• Excellent benefits, including generous time off
• Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske’s Technician Certification Program is certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider)
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
• Location and schedule flexibility
• Career stability and opportunity for growth

Pay

Competitive starting salary: $27.75/hour. Shift premiums apply: 2nd shift +$3.00/hr, 3rd shift +$4.00/hr.