Body Shop Technician II

Penske • Fairless Hills, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Body Shop Technician II performs diagnostic procedures and truck and trailer collision repairs. With supervision, the technician may also perform major suspension, electrical, painting, and welding repairs. The role uses industry-leading repair techniques, diagnostic equipment, and technology to return customer vehicles to high-quality operating condition. Penske offers in-house training, continued learning, access to advanced technology, and career advancement opportunities.

The technician handles truck and trailer repair and maintenance, including collision repair and a range of body, structural, mechanical, electrical, and paint work. The position requires compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies. It is safety-sensitive and DOT-regulated, including driver qualification and documentation requirements. The work is at 225 Newbold Road, Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, on either a first shift (4:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.) or second shift (3:15 p.m.–1:45 a.m.).

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 and 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 compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to meet applicable DOT driver qualification requirements, including maintaining a current driver qualification file; an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and requests for safety performance history from prior employers for the last three years are included.
• For CDL holders, a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and a review of the FMCSA Clearinghouse are required.
• 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, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Ability to move frequently; stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
• Ability to routinely use hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls.
• Ability to work safely at heights using ladders and elevated working platforms and to work safely in all weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear well enough to navigate a workplace with frequent movement of large trucks.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires weighing more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical school education.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures and truck and trailer collision repairs.
• Perform truck and trailer repair and maintenance, 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 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 in a timely and efficient manner with little or no supervision.
• Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE selection and use.
• Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay of $32 per hour, plus a $3.00-per-hour shift differential for second shift.
• Career stability.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement.
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off.
• Access to advanced vehicle maintenance technology.
• In-house training programs and continued learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED