Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske•Obetz, OH

39d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic III to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a diverse fleet of gas and diesel vehicles. The technician helps keep customer vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road, using Penske tools and technology to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. The role includes hands-on training and coaching from experienced supervisors and master technicians, along with industry-certified training and opportunities to develop technical skills and grow a career. The position is based at 4591 Industrial Centr Dr, Obetz, Ohio, and works Tuesday through Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with a $2.00-per-hour second-shift premium. Major shop tools are provided. This DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role requires following DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, maintaining alertness, and taking responsibility for personal and team safety. Driving Penske and customer vehicles requires maintaining a driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the past three years. CDL holders also require DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and a FMCSA Clearinghouse review. The position involves frequent movement and extended periods of standing, walking, climbing, bending, and sitting; regular use of hands and tools; working at heights and in all weather conditions; and regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, occasionally up to 100 pounds, and regularly pushing or pulling truck tires exceeding 100 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred.
Basic mechanical aptitude; 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 perform work in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper selection and use of tools and personal protective equipment, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
For driving Penske and customer vehicles, ability to maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual MVR check, a 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 start and a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the Penske employment application, undergo background screening and required drug screening and physical, and potentially travel within a nearby geographic area for training.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
Ability to move frequently and to 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 to navigate a workplace with frequent movement of large trucks.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift or move 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.
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, diagnose, and complete repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance repairs, including replacing or rotating tires, lubricating and replacing vehicle components, conducting some electrical system repairs, and maintaining cooling systems 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 and practices.