Auto Body Technician

Caliber Collision • Santa Barbara, CA

5d • $24 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Caliber is hiring an Auto Body Technician at its Santa Barbara – Edison Ave service center. The technician performs collision repairs, including frame and structural work, panel repair, and quality reassembly, using modern equipment and following precise repair practices. The role involves collaborating with painters, estimators, and front office staff, and maintaining a clean and safe work area. The position offers a flag rate of up to $24–$31 DOE, paid weekly, along with career-development opportunities and training.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience repairing vehicles after collisions.
• Knowledge of frame and structural repair, including pulling, straightening, and squaring components.
• Commitment to following repair plans and completing repairs correctly the first time.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Team-oriented approach and ability to collaborate with painters, estimators, and front office staff.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• I-CAR certification or training.
• ASE certifications.

Responsibilities

• Blueprint and perform precise collision repairs.
• Perform full collision repair, from fender-bender repairs to frame rebuilds.
• Repair panels and structural components to factory specifications.
• Reassemble vehicles with attention to fit and finish.
• Collaborate with teammates to move vehicles through the repair process.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with a flag rate of up to $24–$31 DOE, paid weekly.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Training and investment in I-CAR and ASE certifications.
• Paid time off accruing from day one.
• Six company-wide holidays each year.
• Medical insurance beginning on day one.
• Dental insurance beginning on day one.
• Vision insurance beginning on day one.
• 401(k) match beginning on day one.
• Modern equipment and industry-leading gear, including 3M products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed