Diesel Technician III

Penske•Bridgeport, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Penske Technician, you will perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs to help keep customer vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road. The work involves different types of equipment and vehicles, including gas and diesel engine vehicles. You will work alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, learning Penske’s maintenance processes and technology through industry-certified training, hands-on coaching, and the Technician Certification Program. Penske provides major shop tools and emphasizes safety, reliability, and opportunities for career growth. The role is safety-sensitive and regulated by the Department of Transportation. It requires compliance with applicable DOT, OSHA, Penske safety, and maintenance policies, as well as maintaining a current driver qualification file. The position is based at 508 Heron Drive, Swedesboro, New Jersey.

Requirements

Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to solve problems and work comfortably with tools.
Valid driver’s license.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work well as part of a team and outside.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
Ability to perform work in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including correct selection and use of tools and PPE, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
For driving Penske and customer vehicles, maintain a current driver qualification file as required, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last three years.
For CDL holders, complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and undergo an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete a Penske employment application, undergo background screening, pass a drug screen and physical as required by DOT, and potentially travel within a nearby geographic area for training.
Ability to remain alert and work safely, taking responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.
One to two years of automotive or diesel repair experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain vehicles and ensure they are safe for customers.
Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs, including replacing or rotating tires, lubricating and replacing vehicle components, completing some electrical system repairs, and maintaining cooling systems on gas and diesel engine vehicles.
Partner with a manager to learn new skills through technician training and hands-on coaching.
Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.