Diesel Technician / Mechanic III - Entry Level

Work Location : 4000 Cline Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312 (shop will be relocating to Merrillville, IN mid 2026) 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.

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Here, you’ll do 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? For starters, no day is the same.

You’ll get to work on lots of different types of equipment—not just one manufacturer.

We work hard to get the job done, but we also make sure you have the time you need to do the job 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.

And we will make sure you are getting the industry certified training you need to succeed and grow your career.

You’ll learn from the best in the industry.

We also take pride in how clean our facilities are, and we provide you with all the necessary major shop tools.

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

Main Responsibilities :

• 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
• Doing preventative maintenance repairs—like 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 Why Penske is for You :
• We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits.
• This position, at this location, offers shift differentials that will vary based on second shift (starting after 11am) or third shift (starting after 9pm) and weekend work.
• This position, at this location, also offers individuals who hold a current and valid CDL will be eligible for a $2.00 / hourly rate.
• Penske offers ongoing skills training for to our maintenance associates, so you can grow your career!
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including paid 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 Qualifications :
• 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
• The ability to solve problems and comfort using tools
• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
• The ability to work well as part of a team and outside
• Basic computer skills
• The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management
• The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies; including but not limited to the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practice.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role.

The driver qualification file includes : an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years.

Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Physical Requirements : The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer About Penske Truck Leasing / Transportation Solutions Penske Truck Leasing / Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward.

With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success.

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Job Category : Vehicle Maintenance / Mechanics / Technicians Job Function : Truck Maintenance Job Family : Vehicle Maintenance Address : 4000 Cline Avenue Primary Location : US-IN-East Chicago Employer : Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID : 2511388