Technician Apprentice Program - Body Apprentice
Company: Caliber Collision
Location: Cedar Hill
Posted on: July 31, 2022
Job Description:
Service CenterDuncanvilleJob SummaryRepair vehicles thoroughly,
safely, and profitably in a manner consistent with Caliber S.O.P.,
insurance partner and industry guidelines/standards. Effectively
work with Body Technicians to assist with the repair
process.Essential Job Duties
- Complete dis-assembly of vehicle in order to assist Service
Advisor with preparing a 100% Repair Plan
- Ensure all needed repairs identified to eliminate supplements
and minimize repair time
- Plan work procedure: follow work order for all operations
listed
- Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window
and seat operating equipment and trim to gain access to damaged
area of vehicle if needed. Store parts on carts or cover to
eliminate potential damage
- Mend damaged body and fenders by hammering out or filling in
dents and welding broken parts; insure all gaps and fits are to
industry standards
- Operate a variety of hand and power tools (e.g. welder,
soldering equipment, cutting torch, blocks, hammers, wrenches,
sander, spray guns, etc.)
- Fill depressions with body filler
- Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills; and bolts or welds
replacement parts in position and reassemble after parts are
painted; insure all gaps and fills are to industry standards
- File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces with 120-grit paper
before turning vehicle over to the Paint Dept.
- Aim headlamps and repair or replace defective parts
- Inspect and test drive repaired vehicles to check for
compliance with safety and quality standards
- Assist Service Advisors in assessing damage to vehicles prior
to repair
- Comply with all Caliber safety rules, guidelines and
standards
- Perform other related duties as assigned including, but not
limited to washing cars, cleaning the shop, assisting other
teammates, etc.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)
- Ability to effectively communicate with others
- Ability to read and understand instructions, written estimates
and work orders
- Multi-tasking; adapts easily to fast-paced environment
- Personable, friendly demeanor with "World Class" customer
service approach to internal and external customers
- Maintain a well-groomed appearancePhysical Requirements/Working
ConditionsPosition is based in a normal shop environment. Frequent
physical activity such as kneeling, bending, squatting, stooping,
lifting above shoulders, standing for long periods of time during
the repair of a vehicle is a part of daily activity as well as
repetitive tasks involving hand and arm motion and lifting objects
over 50 pounds. Must be able to push/pull parts carts and cars with
assistance. Working environment consists of: Exposure to fumes,
chemicals, dust, along with high levels of noise as well as
regularly exposed to working near moving mechanical parts. Caliber
enforces the mandatory requirement to wear protective equipment.
Must have manual dexterity to operate equipment. Subject to weather
conditions both inside and outside.
Keywords: Caliber Collision, Cedar Hill , Technician Apprentice Program - Body Apprentice, Professions , Cedar Hill, Texas
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