Body Shop Technician II

Penske•Apopka, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Body Shop Technician with Penske, you will perform diagnostic procedures and truck and trailer collision repairs. With supervision, you will also perform some major suspension, electrical, painting, and welding repairs. You will use industry-leading technology, repair techniques, and diagnostic equipment to return customers’ vehicles to high-quality operating condition. Penske offers in-house training, continued learning, access to leading technology, and advancement opportunities. Penske states that it was the first in the industry to become I-CAR Gold certified. The position is located at 2152 S Orange Blossom Trl., Apopka, FL 32703. The required schedule is Monday through Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; holidays may be included based on business needs. A second-shift differential of $2.00 begins after 11:00 a.m. Penske lists competitive starting salary, career stability, growth opportunities, excellent benefits including lots of time off, and advanced vehicle maintenance technology. The technician is responsible for truck and trailer repair and maintenance, including collision repair and related body, frame, suspension, electrical, brake, cooling, air-conditioning, welding, surface-preparation, and paint work. The role requires adherence to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies. It is DOT-regulated or designated safety-sensitive and requires alertness and safe conduct. The associate must maintain a current driver qualification file as required, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers within the last three years. CDL holders also undergo DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

Requirements

Six years of practical experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Specialized training and experience repairing and refinishing all series of truck and trailer equipment.
Proficiency with tools of the trade, 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 perform work in accordance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file as required for the role, including an annual MVR check, successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers in the last three years.
For CDL holders, DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule and location, complete a Penske employment application, and submit to a background investigation and drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
Routine and daily use of hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls.
Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms, and in all weather conditions.
Ability to see and hear to safely navigate a workplace where large trucks frequently move.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires exceeding 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical school.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic procedures and truck and trailer collision repairs.
Perform, with supervision, some major suspension, electrical, painting, and welding repairs.
Repair and maintain truck and trailer equipment, including cab and sheet metal, fiberglass, composite bonding, welding and fabrication, frame alignment, suspension, boxes, 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.
Perform all levels of truck collision repair services.
Identify warrantable repairs and document them on repair orders.
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.
Comply with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool and PPE use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.