Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Ready to accelerate your career while helping our customers move forward? As a Technician at Penske, you'll do preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a maintained fleet of vehicles. Whether you're looking for your first job out of school or have some vehicle repair experience and are looking to switch gears, becoming a Penske Technician may be a great fit. No day is the same here — you'll get to work on lots of different types of equipment, not just one manufacturer. Safety and reliability are top priorities. Working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, you'll learn about our vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting-edge technology we use, along with industry certified training to succeed and grow your career. We take pride in how clean our facilities are, and we provide you with all the necessary major shop tools.

About the role

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

Why Penske

• Competitive starting salary
• Shift premiums
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including lots of 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

Requirements

• 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
• The ability to solve problems and comfort using tools
• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
• The ability to work well as part of a team and outside
• Basic computer skills
• 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 work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background screening (to include criminal checks, past employment and education), the ability to pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potential travel within a near geography for training
• 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 associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period
• The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls
• The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms
• The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions
• Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment
• 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
• This position also requires the ability to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds

Pay

$21.75

Schedule

6:30 AM to 3:00 PM; days off Wednesday & Thursday. Second shift start times after 11am are eligible for $2.00 per hour shift differential. Third shift start time after 9pm are eligible for $3.00 per hour shift differential.

Benefits

Excellent benefits plan that keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure.