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Penske Truck Leasing · 1 day ago

Collision Repair Shop Assistant

Channahon, IL

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$35K/yr - $35K/yr

Penske Truck Leasing is a premier global transportation provider dedicated to excellence and customer success. They are seeking a Collision Repair Shop Assistant to work alongside skilled technicians, focusing on learning and performing minor truck and trailer collision repairs while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Financial ServicesLeasingRental

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist technicians performing minor electrical system repairs, Surface preparation for refinishes, 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 supervisor

Qualification

Welding equipment knowledgePaint equipment knowledgeBasic computer skillsShop machines knowledgePower tools knowledgeHigh School DiplomaVocational/technical school

Required

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

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

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

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

The associate must be able to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds

Preferred

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

Benefits

Our excellent benefits plan keep associates and their families happy, healthy and secure.

Competitive starting salary

Career stability

Opportunity for growth

Excellent benefits, including lots of time off

Advanced vehicle maintenance technology

Company

Penske Truck Leasing

Penske Truck Leasing is a transportation solutions company that offers truck leasing, rental, and logistics services.

Founded in 1969

Reading, Pennsylvania, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.pensketruckleasing.com

H1B Sponsorship

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