Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske • Essex, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic to perform preventive 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 document, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. Work includes tire replacement or rotation, lubrication and component replacement, some electrical repairs, and cooling-system maintenance.

The technician works with experienced supervisors and master technicians and receives hands-on coaching and industry-certified training. The role offers exposure to different equipment and manufacturers, established maintenance processes, and vehicle maintenance technology. The position is at 5 Nashua Ct, Essex, MD 21221, with a Sunday–Thursday overnight schedule from 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The listed pay is $25.75–$28.80 per hour.

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 outside.
• 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.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file as required for a DOT-regulated role, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers within the last three years.
• For CDL holders, completion of a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and submission to a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location; complete the Penske employment application; undergo background screening, drug screening, and a physical as required by the Department of Transportation; and potentially travel within a nearby geography for training.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive position, 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 use hands routinely 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, and regularly push or pull truck tires weighing more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.
• One to two years of automotive or diesel repair experience.
• Mechanical inclination or completion of vehicle repair training.

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 repairs, including replacing or rotating tires, lubricating and replacing vehicle components, completing 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 applicable DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies and practices.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Third-shift premiums (the premium amount is not specified).
• Career stability and opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off.
• Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment, including 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