Body Tech Apprentice

Puget Collision • Tacoma, WA

381d • $33,862 - $56,160

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.

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.

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.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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