Body Shop Technician III
Company: Penske
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: September 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Address: 3940 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI ,49508 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:
Work Hours: 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. PJ300 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 Eastern Ave SE
Primary Location: US-MI-Grand Rapids Employer: Penske Truck Leasing
Co., L.P. Req ID: 2411508 Date posted: 09/22/2024
Keywords: Penske, Grand Rapids , Body Shop Technician III, Engineering , Grand Rapids, Michigan
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