Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske • Phoenix, AZ

6d • 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 vehicles. The technician helps keep customer vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road, working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians. Penske provides instruction in its maintenance processes and technology, industry-certified training, hands-on coaching, and major shop tools. The role offers opportunities to develop skills and grow a career while working on different types of equipment.

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 outdoors.
• Basic computer skills.
• Understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
• Perform work in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper selection and use of tools and PPE, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Meet the driving-related requirements for the role, including maintaining a driver qualification file, annual motor vehicle records checks, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history requests from prior employers in the last three years. CDL holders must also complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Be willing to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the Penske employment application and background screening, pass a drug screen and physical as required by DOT, and potentially travel within a nearby geographic area for training.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
• 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.

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 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, including replacing or rotating tires, lubricating and replacing vehicle components, completing some electrical 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 assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premiums: $2.50 for second shift, $3.50 for third shift, and $2.50 for weekends.
• Career stability and opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off.
• 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: High school or GED