Technician Apprentice Program- Body Technician
About The Position
Caliber Collision is hiring a Body Apprentice for its Technician Apprentice Program (TAP). The apprentice performs all-purpose duties that may include repairing damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition using industry-approved repair techniques. The apprentice is responsible for learning the program’s training material and hands-on skills, and follows a mentor’s direction while learning to read estimates, identify damage, repair vehicles, and check work for quality and accuracy. No prior experience is required. The program provides paid training and is intended to prepare participants for a body technician career. The posting states that the position can pay $22–$28 per hour and that earning potential after completing the program is $70,000 or more per year.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under Caliber’s insurance policy.
- Be able to perform consistent physical activity, including reaching below and above shoulder level, kneeling, bending, squatting, and lifting objects over 50 pounds.
- Be able to understand written and verbal instructions.
- Be able to prioritize competing tasks and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.
Nice To Haves
- Previous collision experience.
- Collision Vo-Tech certification.
Responsibilities
- Learn all required TAP training material and hands-on skills.
- Follow a mentor’s direction while learning to read estimates and identify vehicle damage.
- Learn to repair damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition using industry-approved repair techniques.
- Check repair work for quality and accuracy.
- Complete required training and certifications relating to TAP.
Benefits
- Weekly pay every Friday.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits available from day one.
- A Snap-On tool bag with tools after 90 days in the program.
- A $1,000 anniversary bonus after completing 12 months in a body technician role following graduation from the program.
- Paid training with no student loan payments.
- Potential to earn $70,000 or more per year after completing the program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
