Body Shop Technician III

Penske Truck Leasing; Lithia Springs (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Career stability

Opportunity for growth

Excellent benefits including time off

Advanced vehicle maintenance technology

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing is seeking a Body Shop Technician in Lithia Springs, GA. In this role, you will perform minor collision repairs on trucks and trailers and assist in major repairs under supervision. The position requires a valid driver’s license and offers competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth and advanced vehicle maintenance technology. Apply today to be part of a winning team that has your back!

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Understanding of safety policies is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor truck and trailer collision repairs.
• Maintain work area appearance and safety.
• Assist in the removal and repair of major components.

Skills

Related experience

High school diploma

Vocational/technical school

Working knowledge of tools

Valid driver's license

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical school

Tools

Welding equipment

Paint equipment

Shop machines

Power tools

Job description

Position Summary

As a Body Shop Technician with Penske, you’ll perform minor truck and trailer collision repairs, and with supervision some major repairs too. All while enjoying the advantages of working for a winning team that’s got your back. You’ll use industry‑leading technology and repair techniques – plus cutting‑edge diagnostic equipment – to get our customers' state‑of‑the‑art vehicles back up and running in high‑quality condition.

Work Location

400 Interstate W Parkway Lithia Springs GA 30122

Work Hours

1st or 2nd shift, M-F

Why Penske is for You

• Competitive starting salary
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology

Major Responsibilities

• Perform minor electrical system repairs, surface preparation for refinishes, minor cab accessory repair/replacement, and minor cargo box repairs. A Penske Body Shop Technician III will, under supervision, perform minor truck and trailer component repair or replacement. Assist Technician I and II in the removal, replacement, and repair of major components.
• Maintain work area appearance and safety
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience (or an equivalent combination of related education and experience) preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Vocational/technical school preferred
• Certification of completion of technical school specializing in the repair/refinish of all series of truck and trailer preferred
• Working knowledge of tools of trade (including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools) preferred
• Valid driver’s license required
• Basic computer skills required
• The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management
• The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies; including but not limited to the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practice.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role. The driver qualification file includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years. Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.
• The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.
• The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.
• The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.
• Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.
• The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg. This position also requires the ability to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.