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Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Entry Level Diesel Technician/Mechanic 3

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenancePosted on Nov 12
Full-timeMt Pleasant, PA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn are required; vehicle repair training is useful.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • The role requires problem-solving ability, comfort using tools, basic computer skills, customer service and communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team and outdoors.
  • The associate must follow established instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper selection and use of tools and personal protective equipment, machine guarding, and safe practices.
  • Regular, predictable, full attendance and willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location are required.
  • The role requires a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed Department of Transportation physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the previous three years. CDL holders also require Department of Transportation drug screening within 30 days of starting and a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Clearinghouse review.
  • Candidates must complete the employment application and pass background screening, drug screening, and a physical as required by the Department of Transportation.
  • The role requires maintaining alertness and working safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others' safety, moving frequently, standing, walking, climbing, bending and sitting for extended periods, routinely operating tools or controls by hand, safely working at heights and in all weather, seeing and hearing in the work environment, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds regularly and 100 pounds occasionally. The role also requires regularly pushing or pulling truck tires exceeding 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain vehicles and ensure they are safe for customers.
  • Use company tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
  • Perform preventive maintenance repairs, including tire replacement or rotation, 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 technician training and hands-on coaching.
  • Complete other projects and tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
  • Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair is preferred.
  • One to two years of automotive or diesel repair experience is preferred.
  • Potential travel within the nearby area for training may be required.

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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