Diesel Technician Mechanic III Entry Level

Overview

Location: 7039 Carlisle Pike Carlisle, PA, 17015
Shift: Tuesday
- Saturday 3:00pm-11:30pm (modified hours on Friday for 7am start on Saturday)

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 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. Whether you’re looking for your first job out of school or have some vehicle repair experience and are considering a new direction, a Penske Technician role 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 strive to get the job done while ensuring you have the time you need to do it right. Safety and reliability are top priorities. You’ll work alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, learn Penske’s vehicle maintenance processes and cutting-edge technology, and receive industry-certified training to succeed and grow your career.

We also take pride in clean facilities and provide all major shop tools. If you are mechanically inclined or have completed vehicle repair training, are willing to learn, and seek a stable career with growth opportunities, 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: $3.00 (2nd shift), $4.00 (3rd shift)
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off:
  Benefits - Penske
• 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 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
• Adherence to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies, including the correct selection and use of tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established safety practices
• 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; this 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 be subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work the required schedule, at the required location, complete Penske employment application, submit to background screening (criminal checks, past employment and education), pass a drug screen and DOT physical, and potential travel 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.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods
• Use hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate required tools or controls
• Work safely at heights using ladders and elevated platforms
• Work in all weather conditions
• See and hear to safely 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 truck tires exceeding 100 pounds

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer