Lead Diesel Technician I - Growth & Training

Penske Truck Leasing Co.

Elizabethtown (KY)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Shift premium
Career stability
Growth opportunities
Benefits
Training
Tech equipment
Flexible schedule

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing Co. in Elizabethtown, KY seeks an experienced Technician I to maintain and repair a diverse fleet, performing preventive maintenance and diagnostics with minimal supervision.

You will mentor others, learn Penske’s maintenance processes, work with advanced vehicle tech, and complete tasks safely while helping customers keep vehicles on the road. This role offers competitive pay, shift premium, excellent benefits, and clear opportunities for growth in a safety‑conscious,

Qualifications

  • 6 years of practical experience with truck and tractor-trailer maintenance.
  • High school diploma preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred.
  • ASE Certification and 608/609 certifications preferred.
  • CDL preferred; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

  • Maintains and repairs trucks and trailers to safety standards.
  • Performs preventive maintenance with minimal supervision.
  • Diagnoses issues with engines, transmissions, differentials; replaces assemblies as needed.
  • Logs work using Penske tools and systems; performs basic diagnostics.
  • Keeps work area clean and safe.
  • Learns Penske maintenance processes and trains others.
  • Travels within district as needed and works at assigned location.

Skills

Truck maintenance
Diagnostics
Customer service
Teamwork
Welding equipment
Diagnostic equipment
Hand tools
Power tools
Problem solving
Basic computer skills
Valid driver's license
CDL preferred
ASE certification
608/609 certifications
Willing to travel

Education

High school diploma
Vocational/technical certification

Tools

Welding equipment
Diagnostic equipment
Hand tools
Power tools

Job description

Penske Truck Leasing Co. in Elizabethtown, KY seeks an experienced Technician I to maintain and repair a diverse fleet, performing preventive maintenance and diagnostics with minimal supervision.

You will mentor others, learn Penske’s maintenance processes, work with advanced vehicle tech, and complete tasks safely while helping customers keep vehicles on the road. This role offers competitive pay, shift premium, excellent benefits, and clear opportunities for growth in a safety‑conscious,

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