Service Center Ladson JOB SUMMARY Looking for a change of pace? Caliber Collision’s Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) – 1:1 Mentor position is perfect if you’ve spent years honing your craft as a body technician and are ready for something new. In this role, you’ll be ramping up your production and establishing a legacy while training the next generation of body techs to launch a career of their own. The TAP – 1:1 Mentor is responsible for performing all-purpose duties, which may include, but not limited to partnering with your General Manager to identify potential TAP Apprentices, and mentor 1-2 apprentices at once in our real-time production environment. The TAP – 1:1 Mentor will also check your apprentices’ work by inspecting and test-driving repaired vehicles, ensure your apprentice is completing online I-CAR classes for TAP throughout the mentorship, and continue to safely repair vehicles in accordance with Caliber and OEM standards using our state-of-the-art equipment. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Benefits from day one – Immediately eligible for medical, dental and vision Industry Comparable Pay with Bonus - Earn a $10,000 bonus* for every one of your apprentices who graduates from TAP State of the Art Products – 3M Collision Repair Products Paid Vacation & Holidays – Can begin accruing day 1 Career growth opportunities – we promote from within! Paid Skilled Trainings and Certifications – I-CAR and ASE Strengthen the industry, establish a legacy, and train a new generation of body technicians! *Bonus is subject to applicable taxes REQUIREMENTS 5 years of prior experience as a collision repair technician and be up to date on all training and certifications Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including background checks ABILITES/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE Strong desire to teach and mentor others Ability to do consistent physical activity – reach below and above shoulder level, kneeling, bending, and squatting, and lifting objects over 50 lbs. Ability to read and understand instructions, written estimates, and work orders Effective verbal and written communication skills Work through competing priorities and adapt easily to a fast-paced environment Ability to provide personable, friendly customer service to internal and external customers Caliber is an Equal Opportunity Employer About Caliber Founded in 1997, the Caliber portfolio of brands has grown to more than 1,600 centers nationwide and features a full range of complementary automotive services, including Caliber Collision, one of the nation's largest auto collision repair providers across more than 40 states, Caliber Auto Care for mechanical repair and quick oil change services and Caliber Auto Glass for glass repair and replacement. Caliber was recognized as the only company of its kind to make the Forbes list of "America's Best Large Employers," an honor awarded to companies with high employee satisfaction. Caliber was also the only auto service provider to receive an Inc. 2021 Best in Business gold medal in the Extra-Large Company (500 employees) category, recognizing Caliber for going above and beyond to make a positive impact. With the purpose of Restoring the Rhythm of Your Life®, Caliber's more than 25,000 teammates are committed to getting customers back on the road safely—and back to the rhythm of their lives—every day. Dedicated to providing an outstanding customer experience, Caliber continues to rank among the highest customer satisfaction scores in the industry. Caliber is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Learn more about Caliber at caliber.com. At Caliber, our purpose is Restoring the Rhythm of Your Life®. It drives us. It's the promise we make to our guests AND our teammates. These five core values help us deliver on that promise everyday. 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training Caliber provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact legal@calibercollision.com.