Caliber Collision – Body Technician Apprentice

Body Technician Apprentice – Caliber Collision (Technician Apprentice Program)

Job Description

Caliber Collision is hiring a Body Technician Apprentice through its Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) in Los Angeles, CA. This is a paid, hands-on training program designed for individuals looking to start a career in automotive collision repair. Apprentices work under experienced technicians to learn how to repair damaged vehicles and restore them to pre-accident condition using industry-standard tools and techniques.

No prior experience is required. Apprentices are trained from the ground up, learning how to read repair estimates, identify structural and cosmetic damage, and complete repairs with a focus on safety, precision, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in repairing vehicles using approved collision repair methods
• Learn to assess vehicle damage and follow repair plans
• Work under the guidance of a mentor technician
• Read and interpret repair estimates and job orders
• Perform body work, sanding, and preparation tasks
• Inspect completed work for quality and accuracy
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $18–$20 per hour
• Weekly pay (every Friday)
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day one
• Snap-on tool bag and starter tools provided after 90 days
• $1,000 bonus after 12 months in a body technician role post-graduation
• No student debt – paid training program
• Career path with earning potential of $70,000+ annually after completion

Job Requirements

• Minimum age of 18
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting 50+ lbs
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous collision repair experience (not required)
• Vo-Tech or automotive training background (not required)

Schedule & Work Environment

• Hands-on work in a collision repair shop environment
• Physical activity including bending, kneeling, and lifting
• Fast-paced production setting with mentorship-based learning

Location

Los Angeles, California (LAX Service Center)

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