Body Shop Technician I

Penske•Omaha, NE

About The Position

As a Body Shop Technician I with Penske, you will use industry-leading technology, repair techniques, and diagnostic equipment to return customers’ vehicles to high-quality operating condition. You will perform minor and major collision repairs on trucks and trailers, with opportunities to continue learning through in-house training and work with a range of equipment. The role includes truck and trailer collision repair and maintenance, identifying required parts and warrantable repairs, maintaining a safe and orderly work area, and road-testing vehicles when necessary. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety-sensitive, requiring alert and safe work practices.

Requirements

Six years of practical experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Specialized training and experience in the repair and refinishing of all series of trucks and trailers.
Proficiency using trade tools, including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including working safely at heights and in all weather conditions, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally; the role also requires regularly pushing or pulling truck tires weighing more than 100 pounds.
Ability to maintain a constant state of alertness and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Willingness to travel as necessary and work the required schedule at the specified location.
Completion of the Penske employment application and submission to a background investigation and drug screening.
For the role’s vehicle-driving requirements, maintenance of a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the last three years. CDL holders must also complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical school education.

Responsibilities

Perform all levels of truck collision repair and maintenance on trucks and trailers, including cab and sheet metal repair, fiberglass repair, composite bonding and repair, welding and fabrication, frame straightening and alignment, suspension repair and alignment, box repair and replacement, air conditioning systems, electrical, brake and cooling systems, surface preparation, and paint mixing, tinting, and blending.
Identify and determine the parts required to repair disassembled truck and trailer units.
Identify warrantable repairs and document them on the repair order.
Maintain the appearance and safety of the work area.
Road-test vehicles when necessary.
Perform duties with little or no supervision in a timely and efficient manner.
Perform other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Comply with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper selection and use of tools and personal protective equipment.