Technician Apprentice Program - Body Apprentice

Caliber Holdings • Baldwinsville, NY

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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, following a mentor’s direction, and learning to read estimates, identify damage, repair vehicles, and check work for quality and accuracy.

The position pays $18 to $22 per hour. After completing the program, apprentices can pursue a body technician career with stated earning potential of $70,000 or more per year. No previous experience is required.

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 TAP training material and hands-on skills.
• Follow the mentor’s direction while learning to read estimates and identify damage.
• Repair damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition using industry-approved repair techniques.
• Check work for quality and accuracy.
• Complete required training and certifications relating to TAP.

Benefits

• Weekly pay every Friday.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning on day one.
• Snap-On tool bag with tools after 90 days in the program.
• $1,000 anniversary bonus after completing 12 months in a body technician role following graduation from the program.
• Paid training program with no student loan payments.
• Career training leading to in-demand skills and a body technician career.
• Earning potential of $70,000 or more per year after completing the program.

What This Job Offers

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