Auto Body Technician

Caliber Collision; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Training with I-CAR/ASE

Paid time off and holidays

Day-one benefits

Job summary

Caliber Collision's Lockport center is seeking skilled technicians to repair vehicles to factory specs. You will blueprint, align frames, and perform full collision repairs with a focus on quality and safety. Team collaboration with painters, estimators, and front office staff is essential.

We offer competitive pay, career growth, and comprehensive benefits, plus access to modern equipment and training that includes I-CAR and ASE certifications.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience repairing wrecks.
• Frame and structural know-how: pull, straighten, and square.
• No-shortcuts mentality: blueprint and fix it right the first time.
• Sharp eye for detail: tightened bolts and precise welds.
• Physically fit to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Blueprint and execute repairs to factory specs.
• Full collision repair from fender benders to frame rebuilds.
• Panel and structural work to restore alignment and finishes.
• Quality reassembly with precise fit and finish.
• Work as a team with painters, estimators, and front office.
• Keep the work area clean and safe.

Skills

Frame straightening

Welding

Team collaboration

Physical strength

Attention to detail

Blueprint repairs

Job description

Service Center

Lockport

Every day, over 20,000 car accidents disrupt lives. When our customers face one, we step in to make things right — quickly, confidently, and with care.

At Caliber, fixing fenders has its benefits—like working with modern equipment, opportunities to create a career that works for you, and a center safety rating that helps make sure you get home to your family each night.

Are you the right fit?

If you find yourself nodding your head to the list below, Caliber might be right for you.

• Experienced hands —At least two years of turning wrecks into road-ready rides.
• Frame and structural know-how —If you can pull, straighten, and square it up, we want you.
• No-shortcuts mentality —Blueprint it, fix it right the first time.
• Sharp eye for detail —You're committed to tightened bolts, perfected welds, and no excuses.
• Physically fit for the job —You can lift up to 50lbs.
• Team-first attitude —You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions

What’s in it for you?

We value your skills and reward you with solid benefits, performance-based earning potential, and opportunities to build a career that moves you forward.

• Competitive pay —Flat Rate pay of $60,000 to $100,000 PLUS based on experience.
• Career growth —Opportunities to create a career that works for you.
• Training that levels you up —I-CAR, ASE certifications—we invest in you.
• Paid time off and holidays —Start accruing time off on day one and enjoysix company-wide holidays each year.
• Day-one benefits —Medical, dental, vision, 401k match—no waiting.
• Best equipment and tech in the business —3M products, industry-leading gear.

How will you spend your days?

No two crashes are identical, which means your days are filled with new challenges and interesting work.

• Blueprint and execute —No guesswork, no shortcuts—just clean, precise repairs.
• Full collision repair —From fender benders to frame rebuilds, you handle it all.
• Panel and structural work —If it's bent, twisted or torn, you bring it back to factory specs.
• Quality reassembly —Fit and finish matter—your final touches make all the difference.
• Work as a team —Trust and teamwork move cars through.
• Keep it clean —A pro always puts work location safety and tidiness first.

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.