Gerber Collision & Glass: Paid Apprentice

Paid ApprenticeJob Locations US-IL-ChicagoPosted Date 4 days ago(8/24/2021 5:15 PM)Requisition ID2021-16278CategoryCollision Center ProductionOverviewTechnician Development ProgramQuestions?

Text/Call Mallory at 847-565-9296$13-16/hour starting pay plus a raise and bonus every 6 months!Potential for a 6 figure income in just 5 years!**Relocation bonus available**If you are interested in applying for this tremendous training opportunity, we ask that you complete our on-lineassessments first.The assessments will launch at the end of the application.Are you looking for a lifelong career in an industry that continues to grow?

Have you always been good with your hands and have a knack for fixing things?

Do you want to earn a comfortable income doing something you genuinely enjoy?Gerber Collision & Glass is seeking a Metal Technician Trainee for our Technician Development Program.

This is a unique experience where we will personally match you with a Mentor that best meets your learning style.

During this 18 month journey, you will develop your bodywork skills and continue to challenge yourself to reach the next level.

The training will prepare you to be a stand alone technician upon completion of the program.PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTSComplete set of tools with box valued at $6,000Full time employment including benefitsHands-on training, coaching and developmentDaily instruction that will prepare you for a career in the collision industryMentors that care about you succeeding as much as you doStructured curriculum that outlines each phase of your trainingResponsibilitiesTrainee is responsible for completing the majority of vehicle body repairs as listed on the repair order under the supervision of a Mentor Metal Technician.Disassemble vehiclesRefit new parts such as: bumpers, fenders, grills, moldings, and other bolt-on itemsAssist mentor with all areas of the repair processComplete all repairs in a manner such that the repaired areas are restored to the original manufacturers specifications, including door, hood and deck alignments, chassis and frame measurements, and welded on unibody partsAssist the Mentor Metal Technician in checking all parts for accuracy before starting the repair and notify the parts manager of any incorrect parts or other discrepanciesMaintain high levels of quality controlQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, training certification and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be at least 18 years of ageMust be able to lift up to 50 poundsMust be able to stand for long periods of time in repair of a vehicleMust be able to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlRequires clear close visionMust be able to use hands efficiently in handling vehicle partsAbility to effectively communicate with othersShould be able to read and understand a work orderREQUIREMENTSHigh School Diploma / GED preferredTrade / Vocational school graduate preferredI-CAR Gold Class preferredPrevious experience in a similar capacity is preferred but not requiredOptionsApply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendReferSorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment.

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