Body Shop Technician III

Penske•Jonesboro, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Body Shop Technician III with Penske, you will perform minor truck and trailer collision repairs and, under supervision, some major 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, access to leading technology, and career growth opportunities. The position is located at 7475 Jonesboro Rd., Jonesboro, GA 30236, and works Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The technician performs minor truck and trailer component repairs or replacements under supervision and assists Technician I and II with removing, replacing, and repairing major components. The work includes minor electrical system repairs, surface preparation for refinishing, minor cab accessory repair or replacement, and minor cargo box repairs. The technician also maintains a safe and orderly work area and completes other tasks assigned by a supervisor. This is a Department of Transportation-regulated or company-designated safety-sensitive position. The associate must work safely and remain alert, follow applicable DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance requirements, and accept responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. Driving Penske and customer vehicles requires maintaining a driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the last three years. CDL holders also require DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review. The role requires frequent movement, standing, walking, climbing, bending, and sitting; routine use of hands to operate tools and controls; working safely at heights and in all weather conditions; and the ability to see and hear in a workplace with frequent large-truck movement. The associate must regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires weighing more than 100 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
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 work the required schedule and at the specified location, and willingness to travel as necessary.
Ability to complete a Penske employment application and submit to background investigation and drug screening.
For driving company and customer vehicles, maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last three years.
For CDL holders, complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and undergo an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role.
Physical ability to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods; use hands to operate tools or controls; work safely at heights and in all weather; and see and hear adequately to navigate the work environment.
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 weighing more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Vocational or technical school education.
Certification of completion of a technical school specializing in repair and refinishing of all series of trucks and trailers.
Working knowledge of trade tools, including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools.

Responsibilities

Perform minor electrical system repairs.
Prepare surfaces for refinishing.
Repair or replace minor cab accessories.
Repair minor cargo box damage.
Under supervision, repair or replace minor truck and trailer components.
Assist Technician I and II with the removal, replacement, and repair of major components.
Maintain the appearance and safety of the work area.
Complete other projects and tasks assigned by a supervisor.
Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including correct tool and PPE selection and use.