Body Shop Apprentice Tech - Full-time / Part-time

Position Summary

As a collision apprentice repair technician with Penske, you’ll work shoulder to shoulder with experienced, skilled technicians of all classes performing minor truck and trailer collision repairs with a focus on preparing vehicle surfaces for painting. Duties will include sanding, masking, edging, and cleaning the vehicles before the painting process begins. This position offers you a learning and growing of your skillsets in truck and trailer component repair to swiftly transition to the role of a Body Shop Technician III.

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, having 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.

Work Location: 3001 N. 40th Street, Tampa, FL 33605 (Body Shop)

Work Hours: Based on a 40-hour work week, you must be willing and able to work the shift assigned including a weekend day.

An active and valid FLDL is required

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:

• Assist technicians in performing minor electrical system repairs; surface preparation for paint jobs and refinishes: sanding, masking, priming procedures, ensuring smooth and flawless surfaces, and Inspect and identify vehicle imperfections, scratches, or dents. Minor Cab Accessory repair/ replacement, Minor Cargo Box repairs and assist with removal, replacement, and repair of major components.

• High Level of engagement in a learning environment

• Ability to apply learnings to execute repairs independently performing minor truck and trailer component repair or replacement

• High Level of engagement in a learning environment

• Maintain work area appearance and safety

• Focusing on growing into a technician III

• Other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

• Vocational/technical school preferred

• Working knowledge of tools of trade (including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools) preferred

• Knowledge of different painting techniques, color matching, and surface preparation methods 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 practices.

• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (including 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 a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their 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 an 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.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians

Job Family: Common

Address: 3001 North 40th Street

Primary Location: US-FL-Tampa

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2402514