Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske • Kent, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a varied fleet of vehicles. The technician helps keep customer vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road, while learning Penske’s maintenance processes and technology through experienced supervisors, master technicians, industry-certified training, and hands-on coaching. Penske provides major shop tools and training on a variety of original equipment manufacturer equipment.

The role involves preventative maintenance and repairs on gas and diesel vehicles, including tire replacement or rotation, lubrication and replacement of vehicle components, some electrical system repairs, cooling system maintenance, and basic diagnostics. The position is at 7210 S 224th St, Kent, WA 98032. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pay is $32.58.

This is a safety-sensitive position regulated by the Department of Transportation. The associate must follow applicable DOT, OSHA, Penske safety, and maintenance policies; maintain alertness and work safely; and meet relevant driver qualification requirements. The role requires frequent movement and work in varied weather and at heights, as well as lifting and moving heavy items, including truck tires.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using tools.
• Ability to solve problems.
• 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.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to meet the driver qualification file requirements for the role, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last three years; CDL holders also require a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the Penske employment application, submit to background screening and a drug screen, complete a physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potentially travel within a nearby geography for training.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner, and to accept responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
• Ability to move frequently and 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 in all weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear to navigate the workplace 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

• 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.

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 repairs, such as replacing or rotating tires.
• Complete vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel vehicles.
• Learn new skills through Penske technician training and hands-on coaching in partnership with the manager.
• Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies and practices.

Benefits

• 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 through Penske’s Technician Certification Program, certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider.
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• Location and schedule flexibility.
• Major shop tools provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed