Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske•Oswego, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic III at its Oswego, New York location. The technician performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of fleet vehicles, helping keep customer vehicles safe and operational. The role offers hands-on coaching and industry-certified training while working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians. Penske provides major shop tools and access to advanced vehicle maintenance technology. The position pays $28.30 per hour, with shift differentials of $3 per hour for second shift and $4 per hour for third shift. The posting notes location and schedule flexibility and lists career stability, growth opportunities, training, and benefits including time off.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to solve problems and use 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 follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool and PPE use and established safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to maintain the required driver qualification file, including annual motor vehicle records checks, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history requests from prior employers for the last three years; CDL holders also require DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and an FMCSA 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 DOT; and potentially travel within a nearby area for training.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated position, taking responsibility for one's own safety and the safety of others.
Ability to move frequently and 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 ladders and elevated working platforms and in all weather conditions.
Ability to see and hear well enough to navigate a workplace where large trucks move frequently.
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 over 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.
One to two years of automotive or diesel repair experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain vehicles and ensure they are safe for customers.
Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs.
Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs, including tire replacement or rotation, vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine 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.