Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske • Albuquerque, NM

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a diverse fleet of vehicles. The technician helps keep customer vehicles safe, maintained, and on the road. Working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, the technician will learn Penske’s vehicle maintenance processes and technology through industry-certified training and hands-on coaching. Penske provides major shop tools and training on a variety of OEM equipment.

The role includes basic vehicle diagnostics and repairs involving gas and diesel engine vehicles. The position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety-sensitive, requiring the associate to remain alert and work safely. It requires 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 also require DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

The position is based at 2 Shamrock Way NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, and pays $26.02 per hour. The associate must be willing to work the required schedule and location, complete an employment application, undergo background screening and any required drug screening and physical, and potentially travel within the nearby area for training.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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 outside.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
• Ability to follow safety policies and practices, including correct selection and use of tools and PPE, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• For driving Penske and customer vehicles, maintain a current driver qualification file as required, including an annual MVR check, completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records request from prior employers in the last three years; CDL holders are subject to DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the required location; complete a Penske employment application and background screening; pass a drug screen and physical as required by DOT; and potentially travel within a nearby area for training.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• 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 to work safely 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 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.
• 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 repairs, such as replacing or rotating tires, and complete vehicle component lubrication and replacement.
• Perform some electrical system repairs and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles.
• Partner with a manager to learn new skills through Penske technician training and hands-on coaching.
• Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
• Perform work in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• 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.
• 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