Diesel Technician​/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Overview

Location : 221 E Airtex Dr Houston, TX 77073

What’s the Job?
Ready to accelerate your career while helping our customers move forward? As a Technician at Penske, you’ll perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a modern fleet. You will help our customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road. Whether you’re starting your career or have some vehicle repair experience, Penske Technician may be a great fit for you.

Why is this job awesome? No day is the same. You’ll work on a variety of equipment, not just one manufacturer. We prioritize safety and reliability and provide time to do the job right. You’ll learn vehicle maintenance processes and cutting-edge technology, with industry-certified training to grow your career. We provide clean facilities and the major shop tools you need. If you are mechanically inclined or have completed vehicle repair training, are willing to learn, and want a stable career with growth, join our team.

• Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers
• Using Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics
• Performing preventative maintenance repairs—like replacing or rotating tires—and completing vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles
• Partnering with your manager to learn new skills using Penske’s technician training and hands-on coaching
• Working on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

• Competitive starting salary
• Shift Premiums
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off
• Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske’s Technician Certification Program is certified 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
• The ability to solve problems and comfort using tools
• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
• The ability to work well as part of a team and outside
• Basic computer skills
• The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management
• The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including the correct selection and use of tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practice
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role. The driver qualification file includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years.
  
  Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background screening (to include criminal checks, past employment and education), the ability to pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potential travel within a near geography for training are required

• Move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods
• Use hands to grasp, reach, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls
• Work safely at heights using ladders and elevated platforms
• Safely work in all weather conditions
• See and hear to navigate the work environment
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally up to 100lbs/45kg; ability to push/pull tires over 100…