Technician Apprentice Program - Body Apprentice

Job Summary

Service Center Crystal Lake. Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for a Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) – Body Apprentice to perform all-purpose duties, which may include, but are not limited to repairing damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition using industry-approved repair techniques and taking 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.

• Repair damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition using industry-approved techniques.
• Read estimates and identify damage.
• Repair vehicles under mentor direction.
• Check work for quality and accuracy.
• Perform all-purpose duties as required.

• 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.

• Ability to perform consistent physical activity – reach below and above shoulder level, kneel, bend, squat, and lift objects over 50 lbs.
• Understand written and verbal instructions.
• Prioritize competing tasks and adapt easily in a fast‑paced environment.
• Complete required training and certifications relating to TAP.

• Weekly Pay:
  Get paid every Friday.
• Benefits from day one:
  Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Own tool set:
  Receive a Snap‑On tool bag after 90 days in the program.
• Anniversary Bonus: $1,000 after completing 12 months in a body tech role post‑graduation.
• No experience required; training provided.
• No student debt:
  Pay for the program to eliminate loan payments and accelerate earning potential.
• A career for life:
  Graduate with in‑demand skills as a body technician.
• Earning Potential: $70,000+ per year after completing the program.

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. Caliber provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.

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