Collision Repair Specialist - All Levels

Penske•Portland, OR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Collision Repair Specialist with Penske, you will use industry-leading technology, repair techniques, and diagnostic equipment to restore customers’ trucks and trailers to high-quality condition. You will perform minor and major collision repairs and maintenance, with access to in-house training and a variety of equipment. Penske describes its team as supportive and offers career stability, growth opportunities, competitive salary and incentives, excellent benefits, and substantial time off. This role performs a broad range of truck and trailer collision repair work, including cab and sheet metal repair, fiberglass repair, composite bonding, welding and fabrication, frame and suspension alignment, box repair, systems repairs, surface preparation, and paint mixing and refinishing. Work is performed in accordance with applicable DOT and OSHA requirements and Penske safety and maintenance policies. The role is safety-sensitive and regulated by the Department of Transportation.

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 repair and refinishing of all series of trucks and trailers.
Proficiency with 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, including appropriate tool and PPE selection, machine guarding, and safe practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records request from prior employers in the last three years; CDL holders are also subject to DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete a Penske employment application, undergo a background investigation, and submit to drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely in a safety-sensitive position, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
Ability to move frequently and 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 work platforms and to work in all weather conditions.
Ability to see and hear adequately to navigate a workplace with frequent movement of large trucks.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical school education.

Responsibilities

Perform all levels of truck collision repair and maintenance.
Overhaul, adjust, replace, and repair truck and trailer equipment, including cab and sheet metal, fiberglass, composites, frames, suspensions, boxes, air conditioning, electrical, brake, and cooling systems, and paint and refinishing work.
Identify and determine the parts required to repair disassembled truck and trailer units.
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 applicable DOT, OSHA, Penske safety, and maintenance requirements.
Maintain the required driver qualification file and related documentation.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.