Technician Apprentice Program - Body Apprentice
Company: Caliber Collision
Location: Tyler
Posted on: June 22, 2022
Job Description:
Service Center
Tyler - East
Job Summary
Body Apprentices in the Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) will
learn to safely repair damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition
using OEM and industry-approved repair techniques. Working with a
Trainer, apprentices will learn to identify damage, read and
supplement repair estimates, and efficiently and effectively repair
vehicles per Caliber's Standards of Quality guidelines, to a
non-structural level, using Caliber's SOPs and strategies for
success.
Essential Job Duties
- Follow Trainer instructions for personal, teammate, vehicle,
and work environment safety
- Follow Trainer direction while learning to read estimates,
identify damage, repair vehicles, and check work for quality and
accuracy
- Complete all required written, online or instructional training
material upon request
- Take responsibility for learning all training material and
hands-on skills and communicate any learning concerns to
Trainer
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of personal and common
TAP training areas
- Report any safety or equipment hazards in the TAP training
areas to the Trainer immediately
- Use all Caliber-owned tools and equipment, loaned-out tools,
and other Caliber assets with care
- Perform student-tool inventory at close of business each work
day and advise Trainer of damaged or missing tools/equipment
- Assist in the instruction and hands-on training of newer
additions to the training team when requested
- Gradually increase personal and team production while
maintaining quality and accuracy of vehicle repairs
- Participate in Skills Assessment testing and Teams Meetings as
requested
- Treat Trainer and all Caliber teammates, vendors, and others
with respect and courtesy at all times
- Strive to be a stand-out performer in all competencies
including attitude, work ethic, quality, and efficiency
- Perform other related duties to ensure quality and timely
completion of repairs and meeting learning objectives
Skill/Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible for coverage
under Caliber's insurance policy (Not an excluded driver)
- Previous collision experience and/or Collision Vo-Tech
certification preferred, but not required
- Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with
Trainer, teammates, customers and vendors
- Ability to read and understand instructions, written
estimates/work orders, and repair procedure documents and
diagrams
- Ability to use a computer for online learning, researching
repair procedures, and other related tasks
- Ability to multi-task; adapts easily to a fast-paced
environment and works well under pressure
- Must have strong attention to detail and solid mechanical
aptitude
- Must comply with all safety requirements, respirator safety,
and fitment/usage. Maintain compliance to pass required safety mask
fit test
- Must be willing to take instruction and work direction from
multiple teammates and work as part of a team
- Processes information quickly, has a good memory, and has
ability to prioritize and execute work tasks as assigned
- Commitment to excellence in repairs; works quickly, but does
not take shortcuts that compromise repair quality
- Demonstrate commitment to continued learning by participation
in Caliber and industry-required training
- Personable, friendly demeanor with "World Class" customer
service approach to internal and external customers
- Maintain a well-groomed appearance
- **Changing Lanes students must have successfully completed the
Changing Lanes program prior to entering TAP
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
Position is based in a normal shop environment. Common physical
requirements include reaching below and above shoulder level,
kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping to inspect repairs, and
lifting and carrying objects over 50lbs. Exposure to fumes,
chemicals, dust, and high levels of noise. Subject to weather
conditions both inside and outside. Required to wear protective
equipment when necessary. Occasional sedentary work. Must have
visual acuity to determine the accuracy and thoroughness of the
work assigned.
Keywords: Caliber Collision, Tyler , Technician Apprentice Program - Body Apprentice, Professions , Tyler, Texas
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