Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske • Baltimore, MD

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic III to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a diverse fleet of vehicles. The technician helps ensure customer vehicles are safe, reliable, and ready for the road. The role offers hands-on instruction from experienced supervisors and master technicians, industry-certified training, and opportunities to develop a career in vehicle maintenance. Penske provides major shop tools and access to vehicle maintenance technology. The position is based at 3206 Hammonds Ferry Rd, Halethorpe, MD 21227, and works Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Pay is $25.19 per hour, with a $3.00-per-hour second-shift premium.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using tools.
• Valid driver's license.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and outdoors.
• 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 appropriate tool and PPE use, machine guarding, and safety practices.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records 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 location, complete the Penske employment application, undergo background screening, pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potentially travel within a near geography for training.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive role, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
• Ability to routinely use hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls.
• Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms, and to work safely in all weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear to navigate the work environment safely.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds; ability to regularly push or pull truck tires exceeding 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

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 preventative maintenance and repairs, including tire replacement or rotation, component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel vehicles.
• Partner with a manager to learn new skills through technician training and hands-on coaching.
• Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
• Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies and practices.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Second-shift premium of $3.00 per hour.
• Career stability and opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits, including substantial time off.
• Training on a variety of OEM equipment through Penske’s Technician Certification Program, certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider.
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• Location and schedule flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED