Diesel Technician​/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Location: 2700 Texas Central Pkwy Waco, TX 76712

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 considering a switch, 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 different types of equipment—not just one manufacturer. We work hard to get the job done, but we also ensure you have time to do the job right. Safety and reliability are our top priorities. You’ll work alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians and learn about Penske’s vehicle maintenance processes and cuting-edge technology.

We provide industry-certified training to help you succeed and grow your career, and we take pride in clean facilities and the major shop tools you need.

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

• Maintaining vehicles and ensuring they are 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 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 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 Shift ($2.00), 3rd Shift ($3.00), and Weekends ($2.00)
• 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 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 information established by Penske management
• Must perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool selection, PPE, machine guarding, and established safety practices
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function
• DOT-regulated role requiring a current driver qualification file, including an annual MVR check, a completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records; CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and FMCSA Clearinghouse review
• Willingness to work the required schedule and location, complete Penske employment application, undergo background screening, pass a drug screen and DOT physical, and travel within a near geography for training

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and requires the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. Associates must take responsibility for their own safety and 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 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Move frequently, stand,…