Full Time Body Shop Apprentice Technician

Uftring Weston Chevrolet Cadillac; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off & vacation

Bereavement leave

Medical, dental, vision, life, short‑t

Teladoc insurance

401(k) plan

Vehicle parts/services discounts

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Uftring Weston Chevrolet Cadillac is seeking an Apprentice Body Shop Technician to learn repair of damaged exteriors under close supervision. Role involves moving cars, preparing surfaces, and assisting experienced technicians while gaining hands-on training. Pay starts at $19 per hour and benefits include PTO, insurance, and 401(k).

This is an entry-level opportunity in Peoria, IL. The position emphasizes training, safety, and internal advancement as the company has a long-standing presence in

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be mechanically inclined with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to take direction and follow through.
• Must be able to attend all training and shop meetings.
• Must possess a valid IL driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Move cars to be worked on into the shop.
• Secure needed parts for work assignment as directed by technician.
• Maintain a clean shop.
• Perform work as directed by technician.
• Detail completed vehicles.
• Complete all in-house training as needed.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Willingness to learn

Ability to follow directions

Attend training and shop meetings

Valid IL driver’s license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

BE OUR NEXT SUCCESS STORY!The Uftring Auto Group values its team members and is committed to their success by ensuring that they have the resources and opportunities to gain experience with us! We have a thorough but FAST hiring process!

The Apprentice Body Shop Technician is an entry-level position within the automotive body shop where individuals learn the skills necessary to repair damaged vehicle exteriors, including removing and replacing parts, performing basic bodywork, prepping surfaces for painting, and assisting experienced technicians under close supervision, while gaining knowledge of industry standards and safety procedures through hands-on training.

PAY IS BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND BEGINS AT $19.00 AN HOUR.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Move cars to be worked on into the shop.
• Secure needed parts for work assignment as directed by technician.
• Maintain a clean shop.
• Perform work as directed by technician.
• Detail completed vehicles.
• Complete all in-house training as needed.

QUALITIES FOR SUCCESS

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be mechanically inclined with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to take direction and follow through.
• Must be able to attend all training and shop meetings.
• Must possess a valid IL driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

“The sure way to miss success is to miss the opportunity.” – Victor Chasles.

SCHEDULE:

• Monday through Friday from 7:00 am until 4:00 pm

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• The compensation for the Apprentice Body Shop Technician begins at $19 an hour.
• We have a solid and stable reputation – we have been in business for over 40 years!
• Great opportunities for advancement – we promote from within!
• Attractive Vacation and Paid Time Off – with PTO within the first year of employment.*
• Paid time off for bereavement.*
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability and Teladoc insurance plans – with Company participation.
• 401(k) Plan with Company participation.
• Attractive employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and services.
• State-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

*See Team Member Handbook and Policies for full details.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. LPT