Diesel Technician III: Hands-On Diagnostics & Growth

Penske Truck Leasing Co.; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits plan

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing is seeking a Technician in Stockton, CA to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on our fleet. You will use Penske’s tools and training to keep vehicles safe and on the road, learning with experienced supervisors and master technicians.

Whether you’re starting out or switching gears, you’ll join a team that values safety, reliability, and growth through our Technician Certification Program and ongoing training. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational/technical certification 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 skills and communication skills.
• The ability to work well as part of a team and outside.
• The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management.
• The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies; including but not limited to the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practice.
• 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 to be maintained as required by the role.

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

Mechanical aptitude

Valid driver\'s license

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational/technical certification preferred

Tools

Major shop tools

Job description

Penske Truck Leasing is seeking a Technician in Stockton, CA to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on our fleet. You will use Penske’s tools and training to keep vehicles safe and on the road, learning with experienced supervisors and master technicians.

Whether you’re starting out or switching gears, you’ll join a team that values safety, reliability, and growth through our Technician Certification Program and ongoing training. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.