Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 30,233,000 - 81,722,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Lots of time off

Job summary

Penske is hiring a Technician to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of equipment at our Harrisonburg location. You'll learn Penske’s maintenance processes and participate in hands-on coaching with experienced supervisors.

We offer industry training, opportunities for growth, and strong benefits. If you’re mechanically inclined and eager to advance, join our team for a stable career with a respected leader in transportation services.

Qualifications

• Experience performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Ability to diagnose basic vehicle issues with training.
• Interest in learning Penske maintenance processes and certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and ensure vehicles are safe for customers.
• Use Penske tools to log, diagnose and complete repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance like tire rotation and lubrication.
• Assist with electrical system checks and cooling system maintenance.
• Collaborate with supervisor to learn new skills and complete tasks.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Basic diagnostics

Vehicle maintenance

Education

Vehicle repair training

Tools

Penske tools

OEM equipment knowledge

Job description

3430 S Main StHarrisonburg VA 22801United StatesPay:$24.80What’s the Job?

Ready to accelerate your career while helping our customers move forward? As a Technician at Penske, you’ll do exactly that. Here, you’ll do preventative maintenance and minor repairs on the newest and best maintained fleet of vehicles in the industry. You will help our customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road.

Whether you’re looking for your first job out of school or have some vehicle repair experience and are looking to switch gears, becoming a Penske Technician may be a great fit for you.

Why is this job awesome? For starters, no day is the same. You’ll get to work on lots of different types of equipment—not just one manufacturer. We work hard to get the job done, but we also make sure you have the time you need to do the job right. Safety and reliability are our top priorities.

Working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, we’ll teach you about our vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting-edge technology we use. And we will make sure you are getting the industry certified training you need to succeed and grow your career. You’ll learn from the best in the industry. We also take pride in how clean our facilities are, and we provide you with all the necessary major shop tools.

If you are mechanically inclined or have completed any vehicle repair training, are willing to learn, and interested in a stable career with a lot of opportunity for growth, join our team.

Main 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

Why Penske is for You

• Competitive starting salary
• Shift Premiums 2nd Shift ($3), 3rd Shift ($4), Weekends ($2)
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off
• Strong, well‑rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske’s Technician Certification Program is certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider)
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
• Location and schedule flexibility

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.