Job Description

Allegheny Trucks Inc. is currently seeking an experienced  Body Shop Technician to join our growing team. If you are looking for a fast-paced, professional and positive environment that rewards hard working, reliable and team oriented individuals, this is the right place for you!  

Allegheny Trucks, Inc. is a locally owned and operated Heavy Duty Truck dealership founded in 1978 by Larry M. Hale. We offer new and used International truck sales, Idealease Truck leasing and rentals, parts and service departments that are open 7 days a week, a towing department with 4 heavy duty wreckers and a lowboy, full service body shop and a tire department. We are strategically located in Altoona, PA off of I-99. We know trucks and we serve our customers better than anybody else can!

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity!   What We Offer:

• Top hourly pay in the market
• Progressive pay increase with certifications
• Uniforms provided
• Progressive shops that have been recently renovated, state-of-the-art facilities with the latest technology and resources
• 401(k) with aggressive company match
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 
• Paid Holidays and Vacation 
• Paid short term disability, life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage

Responsibilities:

• Identify and determine parts required for repair; review repair orders, work order, and Body Shop Managers estimate notes; follow warranty guidelines; notify Supervisor of any repair add-ons.
• Adjust, replace, and repair all series of truck and trailer equipment (e.g., sheet metal repairs, fiberglass/ panel repairs, fabrication and structural welding, installation and alignment of truck cab body components, electrical and mechanical repairs, etc.).
• Road test vehicles when necessary.
• Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills and truck manufacturer’s repair process.
• Welding, suspension, frame work experience a plus! OR must be willing to learn/train.

Qualifications: 

• Practical experience and proficiency in use of all tools required for the job (welding equipment, plasma cutters, drills, sanders, die-grinders, impact wrenches, and jacks) required
• Working knowledge/experience of medium and heavy duty trucks
• Must have own hand tools
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without assistance
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two years of body shop experience is preferred
• ICAR Welding Certificate
• Valid driver's license and insurability 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Work experience placement,

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