Diesel Technician Mechanic III Entry Level

Location: 54 Lexington Drive Hermon, ME 04401

Shift: mid shift with flexibility – seeking candidate who can work 1st shift, 2nd shift or mid‑shift

Shift differential added to base rate for working later shift

Ready to accelerate your career while helping our customers move forward? As a Technician at Penske, you’ll do exactly that. Here, you’ll perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on the newest and best-maintained fleet of vehicles in the industry, helping our customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road.

Whether you’re looking for your first job out of school or have some vehicle repair experience and are looking to switch gears, becoming a Penske Technician may be a great fit for you.

Why is this job awesome? For starters, no day is the same. You’ll work on lots of different types of equipment—not just one manufacturer. We work hard to get the job done, but we also make sure you have the time you need to do the job right. Safety and reliability are our top priorities.

Working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, we’ll teach you about our vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting‑edge technology we use. We also provide industry‑certified training so you can grow your career. You’ll learn from the best in the industry and enjoy a clean facility with all the major shop tools.

If you are mechanically inclined or have completed any vehicle repair training, are willing to learn, and interested in a stable career with a lot of opportunity for growth, join our team.

• Ensuring vehicles are maintained and safe for customers
• Using Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics
• Performing preventative maintenance repairs—such as replacing or rotating tires—and completing component lubrication, replacement, electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engines
• Collaborating with the manager to learn new skills using Penske’s technician training and hands‑on coaching
• Assisting with other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor

• Competitive starting salary
• Shift premiums: $3.00 (2nd shift), $4.00 (3rd shift)
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including plenty of time off (Benefits - Penske (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)
• Strong, well‑rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske’s Technician Certification Program is accredited as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider)
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
• Location and schedule flexibility

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred
• Basic mechanical aptitude and 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 independently
• Basic computer skills
• Must understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management
• Must perform all work in accordance with DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies, including correct tool use, PPE, machine guarding, and safe practices
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles; must maintain a current driver qualification file (annual MVR check, DOT Physical, Safety Performance History) and, for CDL holders, a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start with FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work required schedule, specific location, complete Penske application, undergo background screening (criminal checks, employment and education verification), pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potential regional travel for training

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company. The associate must maintain a constant state of alertness and follow safe practices, taking…