Diesel Technician III — 3rd Shift, Training & Growth

Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Shift premium

Career stability

Growth opportunities

Excellent benefits

Training program

Advanced technology

Location and schedule flexibility

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is seeking a Technician in Albany, NY. You will perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a diverse fleet, diagnosing basic issues and using Penske tools to log and complete repairs.

The role offers a stable career path with training and strong safety focus. Starting pay is $25.25/hour plus a $4.00 third-shift differential, with a Sunday-Thursday schedule.

Qualifications

• 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 associate must understand and comply with Penske policies; DOT/OSHA safety requirements and use of tools and PPE.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Doing preventative maintenance repairs—like 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.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Excellent customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational/technical certification in vehicle repair preferred

Job description

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is seeking a Technician in Albany, NY. You will perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a diverse fleet, diagnosing basic issues and using Penske tools to log and complete repairs.

The role offers a stable career path with training and strong safety focus. Starting pay is $25.25/hour plus a $4.00 third-shift differential, with a Sunday-Thursday schedule.