Auto Body Apprentice Technician

VIVE Collision; Windham (ME); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVE Collision in Windham, ME, offers an auto body repair apprenticeship designed to cover disassembly through refinish. You will be mentored by highly trained I-CAR certified technicians and evaluated after 12–16 months for possible full-time employment.

The program provides a starter kit of tools worth $2,000 to use during the apprenticeship, with ownership possible after completion. Pay starts at an hourly rate and varies with experience level.

Qualifications

• 1 year of auto body repair experience preferred.
• HS Diploma or GED; Vo-Tech certification strongly preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Learn every aspect of auto body repair from disassembly to refinish.
• Work under the mentorship of I-CAR certified technicians.
• All other duties assigned.

Skills

Auto body repair

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Auto Body Vo-Tech certification

Job description

• Learn every aspect of auto body repair from disassembly to refinish
• Members will be mentored by highly trained, I-CAR certified technicians
• After a 12–16-month period, members will be evaluated and considered for full time employment
• Members will be offered a starter kit of trade specific tools worth $2,000 to use during the apprenticeship. Upon successful completion of the program and a follow up evaluation, these tools can be yours
• Hourly pay starting at a competitive rate and varying depending on the individual’s current level of experience
• All other duties assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• Auto body repair: 1 year (Preferred)
• HS Diploma or GED, Auto Body Vo-Tech certification strongly preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Multi-tasking; adapt easily to fast-paced environments
• Ability to effectively communicate with others

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stoop, bend, squat, kneel and pull
• Extended periods of kneeling, bending, and squatting to complete or inspect repairs
• Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 80lbs)
• Manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate equipment