Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Body Shop Technician 3

Collision, Body & Glass RepairConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChesapeake, VA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

Two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is preferred.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Basic computer skills are required.
The associate must understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by management.
The associate must perform work in accordance with Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and company safety and maintenance policies, including correct tool and personal protective equipment selection and use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential job function.
Because the role requires driving company and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the Department of Transportation and requires a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed Department of Transportation physical, and requests for safety performance history from prior employers for the last three years. Commercial driver’s license holders must complete a Department of Transportation drug screening within 30 days of start and are subject to a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule and location, complete the employment application, undergo a background investigation covering past employment, education, and criminal history, and submit to drug screening are required.
The associate must maintain alertness and work safely, and accept responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others.
The associate must frequently move, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
The associate must routinely use their hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, or operate tools and controls.
The associate must safely work at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms and work in all weather conditions.
The associate must be able to see and hear to navigate the workplace safely around large trucks.
The associate must 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.

Responsibilities

Perform minor truck and trailer collision repairs and, under supervision, some major repairs.
Perform minor electrical system repairs, surface preparation for refinishing, minor cab accessory repairs or replacements, and minor cargo box repairs.
Under supervision, repair or replace minor truck and trailer components.
Assist Technician I and II with removing, replacing, and repairing major components.
Maintain the appearance and safety of the work area.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

Completion of vocational or technical school is preferred.
Completion certification from a technical school specializing in repair and refinishing of all series of trucks and trailers is preferred.
Working knowledge of trade tools, including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools, is preferred.

2608 Indian River Road
Chesapeake VA 23325
United States

Pay: $22-25

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.

We have a talented team of body shop techs across North America, and we’ve trained all of them. We don't just help you get by; we help you get ahead. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our in-house training programs, learn from the best and have access to leading technology, as Penske was the first in the industry to become I-CAR Gold certified. You'll have a career path to match your growing skills and experience.

Why Penske is for You:

• Competitive starting salary 2nd shift $3 and 3rd shift $4 differentials

• Career stability

• Opportunity for growth

• Excellent benefits, including lots of time off

• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology

Major Responsibilities:

• Perform the following repairs or replacements: Minor electrical system repairs, Surface preparation for refinishes, Minor Cab Accessory repair/ replacement, 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.

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Whether it’s on the racetrack or in the body shop, our people love working here. Our supportive team culture will make you feel like you’re not just getting a job, but joining a family. So it’s time to do what you love, hit that apply button.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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.

About the Company

Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Penske provides a range of transportation services, including retail automotive sales and service, truck leasing and rental, and logistics solutions, plus professional motorsports activities. Its offerings work through distinct units: Penske Automotive Group sells and services vehicles, Penske Truck Leasing rents and maintains trucks with fleet management, and Penske Logistics handles end-to-end supply chain services. The company differentiates itself by operating multiple transportation and entertainment businesses under one private global umbrella, enabling cross-sell opportunities and large-scale coordination. Its goal is to deliver reliable, end-to-end transportation and logistics solutions for individuals and businesses worldwide while growing its diversified portfolio and leveraging scale.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Bellflower, CA
Founded: 1969

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