Diesel Technician​/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Overview

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 well-maintained fleet. You will help our customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road.

Location:

2046 Whitten Rd, Memphis, TN 38133.

• Make sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers
• Use Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics
• Perform preventative maintenance repairs (e.g., replacing or rotating tires) and complete vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles
• Partner with your manager to learn new skills using Penske’s technician training and hands-on coaching
• Work 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
• 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 Penske management instructions, guidelines, rules, and regulations
• Adherence to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool and PPE use
• Regular, predictable attendance
• As the position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, a current driver qualification file is required (MVR check, DOT Physical, Safety History requests). CDL holders will have a DOT drug screen and FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specified location, complete Penske employment application, consent to background checks, pass drug screen and DOT physical, and travel locally for training

Note:

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive. Associates must maintain awareness of safety and follow all safety practices.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those required to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Frequent movement; standing, walking, climbing, bending, and sitting for extended periods
• Manual dexterity to operate required tools and controls
• Ability to work safely at heights using ladders or elevated platforms
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Good vision and hearing to navigate the work environment
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs (23 kg) and occasionally up to 100 lbs (45 kg); ability to push/pull tires over 100 lbs may be required

Pay: $22.75/hour

Hours:

Sunday - Thursday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

• Second shift differential: $2.00/hour after 11:00 am
• Third shift differential: $3.00/hour after 9:00 pm

Benefits:
Our benefits plan supports associates and families. Learn more at Penske jobs benefits.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions provides transportation, logistics, and technology services globally. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

Job Category:
Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians
Job Function:
Truck Maintenance
Job Family:
Vehicle Maintenance
Address: 2046 Whitten Rd, Memphis, TN 38133
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Location:

US-TN-Memphis

Employer:

Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
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