Job Number : PCCTechL3
Posted : 02/26/2024
Expires : 05/31/2024
The Collision Technician L3 is responsible for repairing damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership specifications and
time standards.
Essential Duties include the following; however, other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Position is 100% on-site.
Examine damaged vehicles and diagnose repair procedure
Disassembling vehicles with hand and power tools
Repair damaged vehicles with hand tools, power tools and hammer
Drive vehicles
Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window-and-seat-operating equipment, and
trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders
Fill depressions with body filler
Remove damaged fenders and panels
Bolt or weld replacement parts in position, using wrenches or welding equipment
Repair/Replace frames & section unibody
File, grind and sand repaired surfaces
Metal finish & prep repaired surface
Aim headlights, replace damages suspension parts & assembly and bleed hydraulic brake system
Diagnose & replacement electrical systems & modules
Repair or replace SRS systems, suspension, mechanical parts
Compensation: Base Hourly Rate of $16.00 plus bonus compensation based on individual productivity, which can range from $0.00 (if baseline benchmarks are not met) without any upper limit.
Hourly
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
individual should possess:
(1) At least 3 years of GM dealership collision technician experience; or, (2) at least 3 years of equivalent collision technician experience, plus completion of the requirements below.
Completion of Body Structural Repair (I-CAR) designation within 12 months from the Collision Technician's Level 3 start date.
Working knowledge of all aspects of repairs for damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles.
Ability to interpret vendor catalogs & repair procedures.
Frame & unibody experience tools required.
Must be detail oriented.
Must possess problem solving & excellent communication skills.
Ability to operate manual transmission vehicles; determining causes of operating errors and deciding
what to do about it; read, analyze and interpret common technical journals, and legal documents.
Coordinate activities with other employees; pay attention to detail, read and comprehend instructions and
information in the English language.
Must have a valid drivers license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individual will be required to:
Stand for long periods at a time.
Frequently bend, stretch, twist, or reach with their body, arms, and/or legs; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
It is estimated that handling vehicle parts will constitute approximately 30-40% of the physical
demands, which includes lifting 0-50 pounds and occasional lifting of 50 pounds or more.
Exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects and use hands and arms in handling,
installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs.
Penske Cadillac Buick GMC of South Bay is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Some positions may require applicants to possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
If you have any questions, please contact B. Brennan at bbrennan@socalpenske.com