Body Shop Technician II
Company: Penske
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: September 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Summary: Ready to move your career forward? As a Body
Shop Technician with Penske, you'll perform diagnostic procedures
and truck and trailer collision repairs, and with supervision some
major suspension, electrical, painting and welding repairs too. All
while enjoying the advantages of working for a winning team that's
got your back. You'll use industry-leading technology and repair
techniques, plus cutting-edge diagnostic equipment to get our
customers' state-of-the-art vehicles back up and running in
high-quality condition. We have a talented team of body shop techs
across North America, and we've trained all of them. We don't just
help you get by; we help you get ahead. You'll have the opportunity
to participate in our in-house training programs, continue to learn
from the best and have access to leading technology, as Penske was
the first in the industry to become I-CAR Gold certified. You'll
have a career path to match your growing skills and experience,
with advancement opportunities at our locations nationwide. Work
Location: 283 Burnham Street in East Hartford, CT 06108 Work Hours:
Flexible part time hours (weekday/weekends) Why Penske is for You:
• Competitive starting salary • Career stability • Opportunity for
growth • Excellent benefits, including lots of time off • Advanced
vehicle maintenance technology Major Responsibilities: • Penske's
Body Shop Technicians are responsible for all aspects of truck and
trailer repair and maintenance. Duties may include the overhaul,
adjustment, replacement and repair of all series of motor truck and
trailer equipment including, but not limited to the following: Cab/
Sheet Metal Repair, Fiberglass Repair, Composite Bonding/ Repair,
Welding/ Fabricating, Frame Straightening/ Alignment, Suspension
Repair/ Alignment, Box Repair/ Replacement, Air Conditioning
Systems, Electrical/ Brake/Cooling Systems, Surface Preparation,
and Paint/ Mixing/ Tinting/ Blending. • Identify and determine
parts required for repair of disassembled truck and trailer units •
Perform all levels of Truck Collision Repair services • Identify
warrantable repairs and document on repair order • Maintain work
area appearance and safety • Road test vehicles when necessary •
Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and
efficient manner • Other projects and tasks as assigned by
supervisor Qualifications: • 6 years practical experience (or an
equivalent combination of related education and experience) • High
School Diploma or equivalent required • Vocational/technical school
preferred • Specialized training and experience in the
repair/refinish of all series of truck and trailer required •
Proficiency in the use of all tools of trade (including welding
equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools)
required • Valid driver's license required • Basic computer skills
required • 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. • Willingness to travel as necessary, work
the required schedule, work at the specific location required,
complete Penske employment application, submit to a background
investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal
history) and drug screening are required. 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. Whether it's on the
racetrack or in the body shop, our people love working here. Our
supportive team culture will make you feel like you're not just
getting a job, but joining a family. So it's time to do what you
love, hit that apply button. 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.
Pay: $55,370-$63,680/ annually Benefits: Our excellent benefits
plan keep associates and their families happy, healthy and secure.
To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits Penske is an Equal
Opportunity Employer Job Category: Vehicle
Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Body Shop Repair
Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance Address: 283 Burnham Street Primary
Location: US-CT-East Hartford Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co.,
L.P. Req ID: 2412087 Date posted: 09/21/2024
Keywords: Penske, East Hartford , Body Shop Technician II, Professions , East Hartford, Connecticut
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