Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske Truck Rental; Coburg (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technician to join their team, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles. This position offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals. You'll be responsible for preventative maintenance and minor repairs, ensuring safety and reliability for customers. With a focus on career growth and stability, this role provides excellent training and benefits, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to advance in the vehicle maintenance field. Join a company that values your skills and encourages your professional development.

Benefits

Competitive Starting Salary

Shift Premiums

Career Stability

Opportunity for Growth

Excellent Benefits

Strong Training Programs

Location and Schedule Flexibility

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and a valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles.
• Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for customers.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Problem-Solving Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification in Vehicle Repair

Tools

Penske Tools and Technologies

Job description

91181 Coburg Industrial Way Coburg, OR 97408

What'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:

1. Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers
2. Using Penske's tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics
3. 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
4. Partnering with your manager to learn new skills using Penske's technician training and hands-on coaching
5. Working on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Why Penske is for You:

1. Competitive starting salary
2. Shift Premiums - 2nd shift ($3.00), 3rd shift ($4.00), Weekends ($3.00)
3. Career stability
4. Opportunity for growth
5. Excellent benefits, including lots of time off
6. Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske's Technician Certification Program is certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider)
7. Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
8. Location and schedule flexibility

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred
2. Basic mechanical aptitude and 1-2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred)
3. Valid driver's license
4. The ability to solve problems and comfort using tools
5. Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
6. The ability to work well as part of a team and outside
7. Basic computer skills
8. The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management
9. The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies
10. Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
11. The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies
12. Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background screening, the ability to pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation

Physical Requirements: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.
2. The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.
3. The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.
4. The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.
5. Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.
6. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians

Job Function: Truck Maintenance

Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance

Address: 91181 N Coburg Industrial Way

Primary Location: US-OR-Coburg

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2504720