Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske • Elgin, IL

8d • $24 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic III to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a varied fleet of vehicles. Technicians help keep customer vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road. They work alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, receiving hands-on coaching and industry-certified training in Penske's maintenance processes and vehicle technology. Penske provides the major shop tools needed for the role.

The position involves maintaining gas and diesel vehicles, using tools and technology to document and research repairs, and carrying out basic diagnostics. The role is safety-sensitive and regulated by the Department of Transportation. Associates must follow applicable DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies and remain alert while working safely. The listed location is 750 Davis Rd, Elgin, Illinois. Pay is $23.50–$26.50 per hour, with shift differentials of $3 for second shift and $4 for third shift.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Basic mechanical aptitude; 1–2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience is preferred.
• 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 accordance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate 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 motor vehicle records 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 specified location; complete a Penske employment application; undergo background screening, including criminal, employment, and education checks; pass a drug screen and physical as required by the DOT; and potentially travel within a nearby geographic area for training.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely, and to accept responsibility for personal and others' safety.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair is 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 and ensure they are safe for customers.
• Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs, including tire replacement or rotation, component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel vehicles.
• Partner with a manager to develop skills through technician training and hands-on coaching.
• Complete other projects and tasks assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits plan for associates and their families.
• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premiums.
• Career stability and opportunity for growth.
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off.
• Training on a variety of OEM equipment through a technician certification program certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider.
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• Location and schedule flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED