Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske • Romeoville, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic III at its Romeoville, Illinois location. The technician performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a varied fleet of vehicles, helping keep customer vehicles safe and road-ready. The role includes hands-on learning with experienced supervisors and master technicians, industry-certified training, and the use of Penske’s vehicle maintenance technology and shop tools. The position pays $27–$30 per hour, with a $2 shift differential for second- and third-shift work.

The technician performs basic diagnostics and maintenance on gas and diesel vehicles, including tire work, component lubrication and replacement, some electrical repairs, and cooling-system maintenance. Work must follow DOT, OSHA, Penske safety, and maintenance requirements. The role requires a valid driver’s license and maintaining a driver qualification file, including required records and medical qualification. The position is safety-sensitive and involves working in a vehicle maintenance environment, including at heights and in all weather conditions.

Requirements

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• 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 maintain a current driver qualification file as required, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the last three years.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the Penske employment application, undergo background screening, pass a drug screen and physical when required by DOT, and potentially travel within the nearby area for training.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequent movement, standing, walking, climbing, bending, sitting, using tools and controls, working safely at heights and in all weather, and seeing and hearing sufficiently to navigate the workplace.
• 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 exceeding 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 preventive maintenance, including replacing or rotating tires, component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel vehicles.
• Learn new skills through Penske technician training and hands-on coaching with a manager.
• Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
• Follow DOT, OSHA, Penske safety, and maintenance policies and established safe work practices.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premiums.
• Career stability.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed