Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske•Newport News, VA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a range of gas and diesel vehicles. The technician helps keep customer vehicles safe, reliable, and road-ready while learning Penske’s maintenance processes and technology through guidance from experienced supervisors and master technicians, certified training, and hands-on coaching. The role offers exposure to various types of equipment and OEMs, with major shop tools provided. This is a safety-sensitive, Department of Transportation-regulated position. The technician must follow applicable DOT, OSHA, Penske safety, and maintenance policies and maintain a constant state of alertness while working safely. The work is performed at the specified Penske location and may involve training travel within a nearby geographic area.

Requirements

Basic mechanical aptitude.
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 outdoors.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
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 requests from prior employers in the last three years.
For CDL holders, completion of a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to work the required schedule at the specified location and to travel within a nearby geographic area for training.
Ability to complete the employment application and pass required background screening, drug screening, and physical requirements.
Ability to work safely in a constant state of alertness and accept responsibility for personal and others' safety.
Ability to move frequently and stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
Routine and daily use of hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, or operate tools and controls.
Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms and to work in all weather conditions.
Ability to see and hear well enough to safely navigate a workplace with frequent movement of large trucks.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires exceeding 100 pounds.

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 help 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, including replacing or rotating tires.
Complete vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine 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, including proper tool and PPE selection and use.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary.
Shift premiums: $3 for second shift, $4 for third shift, and $2 for weekends.
Career stability and opportunity for growth.
Excellent benefits, including lots of time off.
Training on a variety of OEM equipment through Penske’s Technician Certification Program.
Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
Location and schedule flexibility.

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