Body Shop Technician II

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.

About the Role

Work Location: This position will be located at the Penske facility located at 11 Hampshire Drive in Hudson, NH.

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:

• 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

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. This position also requires the ability to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds.

Job Category

Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians

Job Function

Body Shop Repair

Job Family

Vehicle Maintenance

Contact Information

Address: 11 Hampshire Dr
Primary Location: US-NH-Hudson
Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
Req ID: 2608852