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Diesel Technician/Mechanic II-March 2024
Salt Lake City
Mar 29, 2026
About Diesel Technician/Mechanic II

  Work Location: 1172 South Swaner Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84104

  What’s the Job?

  Ready to move your career forward? As a Technician at Penske, you’ll do exactly that. Here, you’ll perform preventative maintenance and repairs of all levels 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.

  As a Technician II at Penske, you are a respected technician. You are trusted to work independently while doing major and minor repairs, performing road tests to diagnose problems and completing maintenance tasks. You set an example and informally mentor new technicians while continuing to grow your skills from learn from other experienced techs and your manager.

  Why is this job awesome? For starters, your skills and experience are recognized. 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.

  Yes, we know you have technician experience under your belt, and we’ll leverage that. But we’ll also teach you about our vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting-edge technology we use. And we will make sure you are continuing to get the training you need to advance in your career. You’ll be inspired and encouraged by the best in the industry. We take pride in how clean our facilities are, and we provide you with all the necessary major shop tools.

  If you are an experienced vehicle technician and are interested in a stable career with a lot of opportunity for growth, join our team.

  Pay : $27.50/hr. or $57,200/annually

  Click below to see what makes Penske great!

  https://technician.penske.jobs/video-hub/#video1

  Main Responsibilities:

  • Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers

  • Doing preventive maintenance services on truck and trailer equipment with little or no supervision and in a timely manner

  • Repairing and troubleshooting components such as, engines, transmissions and differentials, turbochargers, fuel system components, etc.

  • Keeping your work area clean and safe

  • Using Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics

  • Learning new skills through Penske’s technician training

  • 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 a shift differential of $2.50/hour for second shift (starting after 11am) and for weekend work.

  This position, at this location, also offers individuals who hold a current and valid CDL will be eligible for a $2.00/hr rate.

  Penske offers ongoing skills training for to our maintenance associates, so you can grow your career!

  Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 6am-2:30pm

  Qualifications for External Candidates

  Qualifications:

  • 3 years of practical experience with vehicle maintenance required

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred

  • Specialized training and experience in the diagnosis/troubleshooting of major components (engines, transmissions, differentials), OEM training courses, ASE Certification, and 608/609 certifications (preferred)

  • Experienced using tools of the trade (including diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools)

  • Valid driver’s license required

  • The ability to solve problems

  • Excellent customer service skills and communication skills

  • The ability to work well as part of a team

  • Willing to work in non-climate-controlled conditions

  • 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

  • Willingness to travel as necessary within the district (customers’ yards, close geographical area and training sites), work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background screening (to include criminal checks, past employment and education) and pass a drug screening.

  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.

  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.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.

  • The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.

  • The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.

  • The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.

  • Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.

  • The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

  Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

  Qualifications:

  • 3 years of practical experience with vehicle maintenance required

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred

  • Specialized training and experience in the diagnosis/troubleshooting of major components (engines, transmissions, differentials), OEM training courses, ASE Certification, and 608/609 certifications (preferred)

  • Experienced using tools of the trade (including diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools)

  • Valid driver’s license required

  • The ability to solve problems

  • Excellent customer service skills and communication skills

  • The ability to work well as part of a team

  • Willing to work in non-climate-controlled conditions

  • 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

  • Willingness to travel as necessary within the district (customers’ yards, close geographical area and training sites), work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background screening (to include criminal checks, past employment and education) and pass a drug screening.

  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.

  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.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.

  • The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.

  • The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.

  • The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.

  • Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.

  • The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

  Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

  Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians

  Job Function: Truck Maintenance

  Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance

  Address: 1172 South Swaner Road

  Primary Location: US-UT-Salt Lake City

  Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

  Req ID: 2400940

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