Auto Body Apprentice

Caliber Collision; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Weekly pay

3M products

Paid vacation

Career growth

I-CAR and ASE training

Hands-on production shop

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Austin, TX is seeking an Auto Body Apprentice to perform all-purpose duties, including repairing vehicles to pre-accident condition and learning from a mentor. You will help read estimates, identify damage, repair vehicles, and check work for quality and accuracy as you develop hands-on skills in a production shop.

Qualified applicants are at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver's license, and be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for Caliber’s insurance policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in wide range of body shop tasks to return vehicles to pre-accident condition.
• Follow mentor guidance while learning to read estimates, identify damage and repair vehicles.
• Check work for quality and accuracy and learn hands-on repair skills.

Skills

Physical stamina

Reading instructions

Adaptability

Job description

Service Center

Austin - Highway 620

JOB SUMMARY

Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for an Auto Body Apprentice to perform all-purpose duties, which may include, but not limited to repairing damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition using industry-approved repair techniques and take responsibility for learning all training material and hands‑on skills. The Body Apprentice will also follow the mentor’s direction while learning to read estimates, identify damage, repair vehicles, and check work for quality and accuracy.

OUR AUTO BODY APPRENTICES FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:

$16-$18 per hour

BENEFITS OF JOINING CALIBER

• Benefits from day one: Immediately eligible for medical, dental and vision
• Industry Comparable Pay – Paid weekly
• State of the Art Products – 3M Collision Repair Products
• Paid Vacation & Holidays – Can begin accruing day 1
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Paid Skilled Trainings and Certifications – I-CAR and ASE
• A career for life: You’ll gain hands‑on experience within a production shop

REQUIREMENTS

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under Caliber’s insurance policy
• Nice to have, but not required: Previous collision experience and/or Collision Vo-Tech certification

ABILITIES/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to do consistent physical activity – reach below and above shoulder level, kneeling, bending, and squatting, and lifting objects over 50 lbs.
• Be able to understand instructions – written and verbal
• Can prioritize competing tasks and adapt easily to a fast-paced environment

Caliber is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Caliber uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.