Technician Apprentice Program - Body Apprentice

Caliber Collision; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliber Collision is seeking motivated individuals for its Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) as Body Apprentices. This is an excellent opportunity to learn valuable skills in the auto repair industry with potential earnings exceeding $70,000 annually after program completion. Participants will receive hands-on training, a Snap-On tool set, and benefits from day one, enabling a fast-track career in automotive technology.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Anniversary Bonus of $1,000 after 12 months

No experience required

Zero student loan payments

Career for life

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting over 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Repair damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition.
• Follow mentor's guidance and learn skills related to vehicle repair.

Skills

Physical activity

Understanding instructions

Task prioritization

Adaptability

Tools

Snap-On tool set

Job description

Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for a Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) – 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 TAP 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.

BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TECHNICIAN APPRENTICE PROGRAM:

• Weekly Pay: Get paid every Friday!
• Benefits from day one: When you join TAP, you’ll become immediately eligible for medical, dental and vision
• Start your OWN tool set: You’ll receive a Snap-On tool bag with tools after 90 days in the program
• Anniversary Bonus: $1,000 after you complete 12 months in your body tech role after graduation from the program
• No experience required: If the only thing you know about cars is how to drive them, that’s OK, we’ll teach you the rest
• No student debt: Since we pay you for this program, you’ll have zero student loan payments with greater earning potential sooner
• A career for life: You’ll graduate from TAP with in-demand skills and a brand-new career as a body technician
• Earning Potential: $70,000+ Per Year earning potential after completing the program!

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
• Complete required training and certifications relating to TAP

Caliber Collision is the leading auto body repair and paint shop. Our services include paintless dent repair, car body work and more. Find a location near you!

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