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Overview

As an experienced Collision Repair Specialist I with Penske, you will utilize advanced technology and repair techniques to restore customers' vehicles to high-quality condition. This role offers a stable career with opportunities for growth within a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform all levels of Truck Collision Repair and maintenance services.
  • Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled truck and trailer units.
  • Identify warrantable repairs and document on repair order.
  • Maintain work area appearance and safety.
  • Road test vehicles when necessary.
  • Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

  • 6 years practical experience or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Vocational/technical school preferred.
  • Specialized training and experience in the repair/refinish of all series of truck and trailer required.
  • Proficiency in the use of all tools of trade required.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Basic computer skills required.
  • Ability to understand and comply with specific instructions and guidelines.
  • Ability to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety policies.
  • Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
  • Willingness to travel as necessary and work the required schedule.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and incentives
  • Career stability
  • Opportunity for growth
  • Excellent benefits, including lots of time off
  • Advanced vehicle maintenance technology

Additional Information

  • Work Location: 1465 S Greenwood Ave, Montebello, Ca
  • Pay: $36.25 – $40.31/hr DOE

Benefits

Competitive salary and incentives
Career stability
Opportunity for growth
Excellent benefits, including lots of time off
Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
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How this job compares in Montebello, CA

Pay in context

At roughly $38/hr, this posting sits about 13% above the $34/hr median for welding jobs across California — toward the top of a $28–$47/hr middle band drawn from 408 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 63% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. Pay that far above local median usually comes attached to something: a harder cert requirement, travel, night shift, or overtime that isn't really optional. Worth establishing which before you accept.

The local market in Montebello, CA

Montebello, CA is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across California as a whole we're tracking 553 other active welding openings from 252 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across California.

Penske Truck Leasing currently has 1 other opening live in California, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (34), Honeywell Aerospace (21), and Aerotek (17). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Redondo Beach at $72/hr, El Segundo at $58/hr, and Torrance at $47/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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