Diesel Technician Mechanic III Entry Level

Penske • Cranston, RI

55d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Technician at Penske, you will perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a range of vehicles, helping customers keep their vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road. You will work on different types of equipment and receive guidance from experienced supervisors and master technicians, along with industry-certified training, hands-on coaching, and access to major shop tools and advanced maintenance technology. The role is suited to someone mechanically inclined or with vehicle repair training who is willing to learn and interested in a stable career with growth opportunities.

The position is based at 65 Amflex Dr., Cranston, Rhode Island. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The starting rate is $32.45 per hour plus shift differential. This is a safety-sensitive, Department of Transportation-regulated position that requires compliance with applicable DOT, OSHA, company safety, and maintenance requirements.

Requirements

• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using tools.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and work outside.
• 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 as required for the role, 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.
• For CDL holders, a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location; complete a Penske employment application; undergo background screening, drug screening, and a physical as required by DOT; and potentially travel within a nearby geographic area for training.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including working at heights and in all weather conditions, and safely navigating a workplace with frequent truck movement.

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 to help 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, 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, including appropriate tool and PPE selection and established safety 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, including a 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: High school or GED