Body Technician

calibercollision; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliber Collision's Otay Valley center seeks an experienced collision repair technician to perform full repairs with focus on frame and structural alignment. Two years of hands-on experience and the ability to work with painters, estimators, and front office staff are required.

You must be eligible to work in the U.S., with a strong commitment to safety and quality. Compensation includes a competitive pay rate, up to $20–$23 per hour, paid weekly, and opportunities for I-CAR/ASE certification.

Qualifications

• Two years of hands-on collision repair experience.
• Frame and structural know-how; ability to blueprint, straighten and square.
• No-shortcuts approach; ensure repairs right the first time.
• Sharp eye for detail; tighten bolts, welds, and align parts.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Team-first attitude; collaborate with painters, estimators, and front office staff.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Blueprint and execute repairs with precision.
• Perform full collision repair from minor to major damage.
• Trab panel and structural work to factory specs.
• Quality reassembly with proper fit and finish.
• Work as a team to move cars through the shop.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Frame work

Collision repair

Attention to detail

Physical strength

Team collaboration

Work eligibility

Job description

Service Center Otay Valley 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?

• 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

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

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay -Unlimited work paired with a flag rate of up to $20-$23 paid weekly means your hard work is rewarded.
• 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 enjoy six 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.

Accidents are our business. Being a great place to work? We do that on purpose.

Caliber is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Caliber is an Equal Opportunity EmployerPursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.

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.