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Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Diesel Technician Mechanic 3

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenancePosted on Nov 9
Full-timeFranklin, MA, USA$32.45 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair is preferred.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude; 1–2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience is preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to solve problems and comfort using tools.
  • 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 specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
  • Ability to perform all work in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and personal protective equipment selection and use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
  • Regular, predictable, full attendance is required.
  • Maintain a current driver qualification file as required for a DOT-regulated role, including annual motor vehicle record checks, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers for the last three years. CDL holders must complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
  • Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the Penske employment application, submit to background screening (including criminal checks and past employment and education), pass a drug screen and physical as required by DOT, and potentially travel within the nearby area for training.
  • Ability to remain alert and work safely, and accept responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
  • Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
  • Ability to use hands routinely and daily to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate required tools or controls.
  • Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated work platforms and to work safely in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to see and hear sufficiently to navigate a workplace with frequent movement of large trucks.
  • Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires exceeding 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain vehicles and ensure they are safe for customers.
  • Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
  • Perform preventative maintenance repairs, including replacing or rotating tires; complete vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles.
  • Partner with a manager to learn new skills through Penske technician training and hands-on coaching.
  • Perform other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.
  • 1–2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience.

About the Company

Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Penske provides a range of transportation services, including retail automotive sales and service, truck leasing and rental, and logistics solutions, plus professional motorsports activities. Its offerings work through distinct units: Penske Automotive Group sells and services vehicles, Penske Truck Leasing rents and maintains trucks with fleet management, and Penske Logistics handles end-to-end supply chain services. The company differentiates itself by operating multiple transportation and entertainment businesses under one private global umbrella, enabling cross-sell opportunities and large-scale coordination. Its goal is to deliver reliable, end-to-end transportation and logistics solutions for individuals and businesses worldwide while growing its diversified portfolio and leveraging scale.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Bellflower, CA
Founded
1969

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