Diesel Technician Mechanic III Entry Level

Penske•Miami Gardens, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a diverse fleet of vehicles. The technician helps keep customer vehicles safe, reliable, and road-ready, working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians while learning Penske’s maintenance processes and technologies. The role includes hands-on coaching and industry-certified training, and Penske provides necessary major shop tools. The position is located in Miami Gardens, Florida, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Starting pay is $25.86 per hour, with a CDL differential if applicable. The role is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive. The technician must work alertly and safely, follow applicable DOT and OSHA requirements and Penske safety and maintenance policies, and take responsibility for personal and workplace safety. Driving Penske and customer vehicles requires maintaining a driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, completed DOT physical, and safety performance history requests from prior employers for the last three years. CDL holders also require a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

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.
Ability to solve problems and comfort using tools.
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.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
For driving Penske and customer vehicles, maintain a current driver qualification file as required, including an annual MVR check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last three years. CDL holders must complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the Penske employment application, undergo background screening, pass a drug screen and physical as required by DOT, and potentially travel within a nearby geography for training.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including frequent movement, standing, walking, climbing, bending, and sitting; routine use of hands; safe work at heights and in all weather; sufficient vision and hearing to navigate the workplace; lifting or moving up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally; and regularly pushing or pulling truck tires exceeding 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.
Basic mechanical aptitude and 1–2 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 tire replacement or rotation, lubrication and replacement of vehicle components, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel vehicles.
Partner with the manager to learn new skills through technician training and hands-on coaching.
Perform other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE selection, machine guarding, and established safety practices.