Diesel Technician​/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Location:

2208 Joseph St, Medford, OR 97501

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 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? No day is the same. You’ll work on a variety of equipment from different manufacturers. We work hard to get the job done and also make sure you have the time you need to do it 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. We will also ensure you receive industry‑certified training to grow your career. You’ll learn from the best in the industry. We pride ourselves on clean facilities and provide all major shop tools.

• 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
• Conducting preventative maintenance repairs—such as replacing or rotating tires—and completing vehicle component lubrication and replacement, basic electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles
• Partnering with your manager to acquire 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—2nd ($3.00), 3rd ($4.00)
• 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

Pay: $24.00/Hour

• 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 and communication skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• Basic computer skills
• Compliance with Penske management’s specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information
• Adherence to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies, including correct tool selection, PPE, machine guarding, and best safety practices
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function
• Regulated by the DOT—requires a current driver qualification file, annual MVR check, DOT Physical, Safety Performance History records from the last 3 years, and for CDL holders a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work the required schedule, location, complete Penske employment application, background screening (criminal checks, past employment and education), drug screen and physical as required by DOT, and potential near‑geography travel for training
• Regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive—requires constant alertness and safety responsibility for self and others

• Perform frequent movements, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work time
• Use hands regularly to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate required tools or controls
• Work safely at heights using ladders and elevated platforms
• Work in all weather conditions
• Navigate workplace safely with frequent movement of large trucks in proximity
• Regularly lift or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally up to 100lbs/45kg; push or pull truck tires exceeding 100 lbs as required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer