Diesel Technician Mechanic III Entry Level

Location:

30 Fuller Rd., Chicopee, MA 01020

Shift: Monday – Friday 3:30pm – 12:00am (2nd shift)

Starting Rate of Pay: $26.50/hr + $3.00/hr (2nd shift differential)

Ready to accelerate your career while helping our customers move forward? As a Technician at Penske, you’ll do exactly that. Your role includes 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.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of equipment, learn from experienced supervisors and master technicians, receive industry‑certified training, and grow your career in a clean and well‑equipped shop.

• Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers
• Use Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics
• Perform preventative maintenance repairs—such as replacing/rotating tires, lubricating and replacing components, electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles
• Partner with your manager to learn new skills through Penske’s technician training and hands‑on coaching
• Complete additional projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor

• Competitive starting salary
• Shift premiums: $3.00 (2nd shift), $4.00 (3rd shift)
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including ample time off
• Strong, well‑rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske’s Technician Certification Program is a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider)
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
• Location and schedule flexibility

• 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
• Problem‑solving ability and comfort using tools
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Team‑player with the ability to work independently
• Basic computer skills
  
  Understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, and regulations established by Penske management
• Adhere to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool use, PPE, machine guarding, and safety practices
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential
• Requirement for a current DOT driver qualification file, including annual MVR check, DOT physical, and safety performance history; CDL holders must undergo DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and FMCSA clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work the required schedule, location, complete the Penske employment application, background screening, drug screen, physical, and potential travel for training
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner; accept responsibility for own and others’ safety

• Move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods
• Use hands daily to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls
• Safely work at heights using ladders and elevated working platforms
• Work in all weather conditions
• Definitely see and hear to safely navigate the work environment amid frequent movement of large trucks
• Regularly lift or move up to 50lbs (23kg) and occasionally up to 100lbs (45kg); push/pull truck tires exceeding 100lbs

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.