Diesel Technician Mechanic III Entry Level

Penske • Franklin, MA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a varied fleet of gas and diesel vehicles. The technician helps keep customer vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road while learning Penske’s maintenance processes and technologies alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians. Penske provides industry-certified training, hands-on coaching, and major shop tools, with opportunities to develop skills and grow a career.

The role is based at 25 Discovery Way, Franklin, Massachusetts, and is scheduled Sunday through Thursday from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Starting pay is $32.45 per hour, plus a shift differential and an additional $2.00 CDL differential if applicable. The position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive, and requires working safely and complying with applicable DOT, OSHA, and Penske policies.

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 outdoors.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
• 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 requests from prior employers in the last three years. CDL holders also require DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location; complete a Penske employment application; undergo background screening, including criminal, employment, and education checks; pass a drug screen and physical as required by DOT; and potentially travel within a nearby area for training.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and 1–2 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 minor repairs, including replacing or rotating tires; lubricating and replacing vehicle components; and performing some electrical 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.
• Comply with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool and PPE use and established safety practices.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premiums.
• Career stability and opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits, including substantial time off.
• Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment; Penske’s Technician Certification Program is 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