Body Repairer

Reference #: REQ0000056947
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Finance and Business is a values driven organization that supports thousands of university faculty, staff, and students, while also providing services to the broader community and society. The Office of Physical Plant is part of the Finance and Business team and is an organization driven by its mission to “Provide Excellent Facilities Services for Penn State.” The Office of Physical Plants values follow those ofPenn Statesand we are especially committed to ourvisiontobe nationally recognized as a leader in Higher Education facilities, environmental, and safety management. In our search forexcellence we fostera unified high-performing team with mutual respect for each persons uniqueness, talents, value, and perspective. We also firmly believe in Penn States value of Respect, which encourages us to “respect and honor the dignity of each person, embrace civil discourse, and foster a diverse and inclusive community.” As an incoming team member of the Office of Physical Plant, it will be expected that all employees embody and model Penn States and Finance and Businesss commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Examine damaged vehicle bodies and prepare time and materials estimates for repairs
Repair damaged bodies and parts of vehicles; straighten dents; remove various components and accessories to gain access to body parts needing repairs; fill depressions with solder, lead, or other plastic materials; file, grind and sand repaired surfaces using power and hand tools
Replace windshields, rear and side glass and seal
Refinish repaired surface by priming and smoothing; mix paints to match according to prescribed formulas and apply
Remove excessively damaged components using hand tools or cutting torch; install replacement components by bolting or welding
Paint replaces components with rust preventative components, as required
Straighten bent frames using hydraulic jacks and pulling devices
Perform repairs related to body work
Remove, disassemble, repair, reassemble, reinstall, test and adjust equipment and/or component parts such as alternators and generators, electrical systems, steering and suspension parts, drive shafts and differentials, brake systems, etc., as related to accident damage
Operate various pieces of testing and repair equipment, such as wheel aligners, wheel balancers, and other equipment necessary to determine extent of repairs necessary
Make repairs and adjustments as necessary
Inspect vehicles according to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania inspection regulations
Maintain record of inspections performed on vehicles
Requisition parts from stock room and record same
Maintain work areas in clean and orderly condition
Detect unusual conditions or defective materials and report to supervisor

Job Requirements: Requires the use of advanced shop mathematics, together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, handbook formulas, all varieties of adjustable measuring instruments and the use of broad training in a recognized trade or craft. Equivalent to a complete accredited, indentured apprenticeship or equivalent to high school plus a 2-year technical college education. Requires Category 1 PA State Inspection License and Emissions Certification. Over 2 up to and including 3 years of effective e perience.

Work Schedule:7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Days Off:Saturday, Sunday

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES THAT YOU OPERATE A MOTOR VEHICLE AS A PART OF YOUR JOB DUTIES. A VALID DRIVER`S LICENSE AND SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE RECORDS CHECK WILL BE REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO STANDARD BACKGROUND CHECKS.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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