Diesel Technician​/Mechanic III - Entry Level

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. You’ll perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on the newest and best maintained fleet of vehicles in the industry, helping 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 work on a variety of equipment— not just one manufacturer. 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. We will also provide you with the industry‑certified training you need to succeed and grow your career. Your facilities are clean and you will have access to all major shop tools.

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

Work Location: 1655 Cross Pointe Way, Duluth, GA 30097
Work Schedule: Tue – Thur: 3 pm – 11:30 pm, Fri – Sat: 1:30 pm

• Ensuring vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers
• Using Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic diagnostics
• Performing preventative maintenance—such as tire replacement, lubrication, and component replacement—as well as basic electrical and cooling system repairs on gas and diesel engine vehicles
• Partnering with your manager to learn new skills through Penske’s technician training and hands‑on coaching
• Working on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

• Competitive starting salary
• Shift premiums (2.50 for 2nd shift & weekends)
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including generous 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 independent work capability
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to understand and comply with specified instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management
• Ability to perform all work in accordance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper use of PPE, machine guarding, and safe practices
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential
• Position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles; regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file, including annual MVR check, DOT physical, and safety performance records for the past three years. CDL holders must also submit a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and undergo FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work required schedule, specific location, complete Penske employment application, background screening (including criminal, employment, and education checks), pass drug screen and physical, and potential travel within a nearby region for training

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety‑sensitive by the company, and requires constant state of alertness and safe behavior. Associates must accept responsibility for their own and others’ safety.

• Frequent movement, standing, walking, climbing, bending, and sitting for extended periods while working
• Daily use of hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, or operate tools and controls
• Ability to work safely at heights using applicable…