Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske • Montebello, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of gas- and diesel-powered 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 work includes tire replacement or rotation, lubrication and replacement of vehicle components, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance.

Technicians work with experienced supervisors and master technicians and receive hands-on coaching and industry-certified training through Penske’s Technician Certification Program. The role offers work on equipment from multiple manufacturers, access to major shop tools, and opportunities to develop skills and grow a career. The listed work location is 500 S. Greenwood Ave, Montebello, CA 90640. Pay is $34.92 per hour; shift and weekend premiums may also apply.

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 tool and PPE selection and use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file as required for the role, including an annual MVR check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last three years. CDL holders must complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the required 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 geography for training.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated role, and accept responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
• Ability to move frequently; stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
• Ability to use hands routinely and daily 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 safely in all weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear well enough to navigate a work environment where large trucks frequently move.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to regularly push and pull truck tires weighing more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.
• 1–2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vehicles and help ensure they are safe for customers.
• Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance, 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.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premiums: $3.00 for second shift, $4.00 for third shift, and $3.00 for weekends.
• Career stability and opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off.
• Strong training on a variety of OEM equipment through Penske’s Technician Certification Program, 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