Shop Intern

Job Description

Company Overview

At Premier Truck Rental (PTR), we provide customized commercial fleet rentals nationwide, helping businesses get the right trucks and equipment to get the job done. Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, PTR is a family-owned company built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and exceptional service. We serve a wide range of industries—including construction, utilities, and infrastructure—by delivering high-quality, ready-to-work trucks and trailers tailored to each customer’s needs. At PTR, we don’t just rent trucks—we partner with our customers to drive efficiency and success on every job site.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Shop Intern position at PTR is an entry-level position designed to provide hands-on experience and training. Working with other team members, this position will assist in performing aftermarket installations, quality inspections, service, repair work, wash, detail, and vehicle organization within the yard.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist shop technicians with routine maintenance and repairs of rental vehicles.
• Clean and prepare rental vehicles for customer use.
• Perform basic inspections and diagnostics on rental vehicles.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop environment.
• Learn and adhere to safety protocols and procedures.
• Perform electronic vehicle check-in and check-out inspections via a tablet with close attention to detail.
• Conduct interior and exterior cleaning of off-rented vehicles.
• Complete upfit installations in a timely manner, meeting rental schedule deadlines set by the Department Manager.
• Understand and execute all quality and safety standards regarding installation procedures and best practices, with work performed passing a final quality inspection.
• Perform maintenance work on rental fleet including oil changes, replacing filters and fluids, changing brakes, tire rotations, and mounting and balancing tires.
• Work together with team members and Department Manager to continuously improve installation processes.