Diesel Technician​/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Overview

What’s the Job? Ready to accelerate your career while helping our customers move forward? As a Technician at Penske, you’ll perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a well-maintained fleet. You will help our customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road.

Location: 9525 Cox Springs Rd, Peosta, IA 52068

• 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
• Performing preventative maintenance repairs—such as 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

1st Shift: Tuesday – Saturday

• Competitive starting salary
• Shift premiums
• 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

• 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
• Ability to solve problems and comfort using tools
• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team and outside
• Basic computer skills
• Must understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management
• Must perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established safety practices
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function
• As the position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, a current driver qualification file is maintained as required by the role. The file includes an annual MVR check, a completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records from prior employers in the last 3 years. CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specified location, complete Penske employment application, undergo background screening, pass a drug screen and DOT-required physical, and potential travel for training

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods
• Use hands to grip, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate required tools or controls
• Work safely at heights using ladders and elevated platforms
• Work safely in all weather conditions
• See and hear to navigate the work environment
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs/23 kg and occasionally up to 100 lbs/45 kg; include…