Diesel Technician Jobs

About The Position

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 selection and use of tools and personal protective equipment, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• For driving Penske and customer vehicles, ability to maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual MVR check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last three years; CDL holders also require DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the Penske employment application, undergo background screening and required drug screening and physical, and potentially travel within a nearby geographic area for training.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role, 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 routinely use hands 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 to navigate a workplace with frequent movement of large trucks.
• 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 more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain vehicles to help ensure they are safe for customers.
• Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance repairs, 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.
• Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies and practices.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary
• Second-shift premiums
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off
• Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
• Location and schedule flexibility
• Major shop tools provided