Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske • Portland, OR

106d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic III to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of gas and diesel fleet vehicles. The technician helps keep vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road, using Penske tools and technology to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. Work includes tire replacement or rotation, lubrication and replacement of vehicle components, some electrical repairs, and cooling-system maintenance.

The technician works alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians and receives vehicle-maintenance training, hands-on coaching, and industry-certified training through Penske’s Technician Certification Program. The role involves working with different types of equipment and manufacturers in a clean shop environment. Penske provides necessary major shop tools. This is a safety-sensitive, Department of Transportation-regulated position that requires compliance with applicable DOT, OSHA, company safety, and maintenance policies. The position is based at 2800 NW Nela St, Portland, Oregon, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Pay is $26.50 per hour, with the posting describing shift differentials for eligible second- and third-shift start times.

Requirements

• 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 the work in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including correct tool and PPE selection and use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to meet role-related DOT driver qualification file requirements, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the last three years; CDL holders also require DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location; complete a Penske employment application; undergo background screening, including criminal, past-employment, and education checks; pass drug screening and a physical as required by DOT; and potentially travel within a nearby geographic area for training.
• Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
• Routine daily use of 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 sufficiently to safely navigate a workplace where large trucks frequently move.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires weighing more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 preventative 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 the manager to learn new skills through technician training and hands-on coaching.
• Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Perform work in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies.
• Maintain a constant state of alertness and work safely, taking responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.

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, which is certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider.
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• Location and schedule flexibility.
• Benefits plan for associates and their families.

What This Job Offers

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