Body Shop Technician
Company: Penske Truck Leasing
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: October 11, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Summary: As a Body Shop Technician with Penske, you'll
perform minor truck and trailer collision repairs, and with
supervision some major 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, 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. Work Location:
3940 NE Great Midwest Drive, Kansas City, MO Work Hours: Schedules
may vary, and may include some 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: ---
Perform the following repairs or replacements: Minor electrical
system repairs, Surface preparation for refinishes, Minor Cab
Accessory repair/ replacement, Minor Cargo Box repairs --- A Penske
Body Shop Technician III will, under supervision, perform minor
truck and trailer component repair or replacement. Assist
Technician I and II in the removal, replacement, and repair of
major components. --- Maintain work area appearance and safety ---
Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor Qualifications:
--- 2 years of related experience (or an equivalent combination of
related education and experience) preferred --- High School Diploma
or equivalent required --- Vocational/technical school preferred
--- Certification of completion of technical school specializing in
the repair/refinish of all series of truck and trailer preferred
--- Working knowledge of tools of trade (including welding
equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools)
preferred --- 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. Penske is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. Keywords: fabrication, sand/prep, cosmetic
repair, restore, fiberglass, filler, painting, Works with a variety
of metals and plastics, as well as glass, and mechanical parts,
Collison, Auto body, Truck body, Framework, Refinishing, Commercial
body work, Fleet repair, Collision technician, Truck repair,
Disassembling/assembling vehicles, Lead painter, Upholstery,
Bodywork, Trim repair, Rebuild/teardown \#BodyShop Job Category:
Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Body Shop
Repair Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance Address: 3940 NE Great
Midwest Dr Primary Location: US-MO-Kansas City Employer: Penske
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