Technician Apprentice Program

Caliber Holdings • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

Caliber Collision is hiring a Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) – Body Apprentice to perform general duties that may include repairing damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition using industry-approved 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 program provides paid training, with no prior experience required. After completing the program, apprentices graduate with in-demand skills and a career as a body technician. The job posting lists earning potential of $70,000 or more per year after program completion.

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 eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.
• Understand written and verbal instructions.
• Be able to prioritize competing tasks and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Be able to perform consistent physical activity, including reaching below and above shoulder level, kneeling, bending, squatting, and lifting objects over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous collision experience.
• Collision Vo-Tech certification.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Weekly pay every Friday.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits 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 program graduation.
• Paid training with no student debt.
• 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