Body Tech Apprentice

$33,862 - $56,160/Yr

Puget Collision - Tacoma, WA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Tacoma, WA

About the position

The Body Technician Apprentice is an in-training position focused on learning and performing automobile collision body repairs under the supervision of a Body Technician. The role emphasizes adherence to industry standards and quality repairs while developing skills necessary for a successful career in auto body repair.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure repairs adhere to OE standards, DRP part choices, and ADAS requirements for calibrations and scanning, verifying a quality and safe repair.
  • Complete disassembly of vehicles.
  • Refit new parts such as bumpers, fenders, grills, moldings, and other bolt-on items.
  • Complete all repairs to restore areas to the original manufacturer's specifications, including door, hood, and deck alignments, chassis, and frame measurements, and welded on unibody parts.
  • Assist the Body Technician in checking all parts for accuracy before starting the repair and notify appropriately of any incorrect parts or discrepancies.
  • Work efficiently to meet the target date assigned.
  • Assume responsibility for all parts assigned to your portion of the job(s).
  • Protect the interior and exterior non-repair areas of all vehicles in repair from additional damage, including dust, dirt, scratches, primer, and overspray.

Requirements

  • I-CAR certification earned within the first year of employment.
  • Ability to read and follow instructions precisely.
  • Ability to work independently as well as with others in an organized manner.
  • Capability to produce within a specified timeframe and operate in a fast-paced, performance-driven team environment.

Nice-to-haves

  • Participation in training programs to maintain technical and professional skills and techniques.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly wage ranging from $16.28 to $27.00 per hour.
  • Opportunity for career advancement through apprenticeship.
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