Penske Truck Leasing and Penske Logistics plan to hire approximately 3,300 U.S. positions and 200 positions in Canada during 2012.
Penske's hiring outlook stems from the increasing demand for its services as the transportation sector continues to recover.
The company plans to find candidates for the following positions: vehicle maintenance supervisors, technicians, customer service, sales, drivers and logistics and supply chain positions.
Penske will promote open positions through various online hiring and social media sites, career fairs at diesel technical/trade schools, colleges career fairs, diversity career fairs and military job fairs.
"We're pleased to continue this positive hiring trend at our North American operations in 2012," says Ken Hurley, senior vice president of human resources for Penske Truck Leasing. "We look forward to adding new associates to our talented, diverse team."
Penske Truck Leasing and Penske Logistics to Hire 3,500 Associates in 2012
Penske Truck Leasing and Penske Logistics plan to hire approximately 3,300 U.S. positions and 200 positions in Canada during 2012
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