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Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Diesel Technician/Mechanic Entry Level

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBirmingham, AL, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
  • Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair is preferred.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude and 1–2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience are preferred.
  • A valid driver’s license is required.
  • The ability to solve problems and comfort using tools are required.
  • Basic computer skills are required.
  • The associate must understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
  • The associate must perform all work in accordance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including the correct selection and use of tools, personal protective equipment, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
  • Regular, predictable, full attendance is required.
  • The role requires maintaining a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers covering the last three years. CDL holders must complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
  • The associate must work the required schedule 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 the Department of Transportation, and be willing to travel within the nearby area for training.
  • The position requires maintaining a constant state of alertness and working safely, with responsibility for the associate’s own safety and the safety of others.
  • The associate must be able to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during the scheduled work period.
  • The associate must routinely use their hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate required tools or controls.
  • The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms, and safely work in all weather conditions.
  • The associate must be able to see and hear to navigate the workplace safely around moving large trucks.
  • The associate must regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move 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 such as 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 the manager to learn new skills through Penske technician training and hands-on coaching.
  • Work on other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

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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