Diesel Technician​/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Overview

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

Location:

530 S 5700 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84104.

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. No day is the same. You’ll work on many 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. You will learn Penske’s vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting-edge technology we use, with industry certified training to help you succeed and grow your career. We take pride in clean facilities and provide you with all necessary major shop tools. If you are mechanically inclined or have completed vehicle repair training, are willing to learn, and are interested in a stable career with opportunity for 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 — such as 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 - 2nd shift ($2.50), 3rd shift ($3.50), Weekends ($2.50)
• 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 skills and communication skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team and outside
• Basic computer skills
• Must understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations established by Penske management
• Must adhere to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool, PPE, machine guarding, and safety practices
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, a current driver qualification file is maintained as required by the role. The file includes an annual MVR check, a completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records from prior employers in the last 3 years. CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work the required schedule, location, complete Penske employment application, undergo background screening (including criminal checks, past employment and education), pass drug screen and required physical by DOT, and potential travel within a near geography for training

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

• Move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods
• Use hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate required…