Automotive Body Technician Apprentice

Crash Champions

. Participate in the Crash Champions Skills Training Education Program (STEP), a hands-on apprenticeship .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeFrederick • Maryland • United StatesEntry Level💰 $18 - $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates hands-on skills in vehicle repair, including disassembly, reassembly, and structural damage identification. Proficient in welding techniques and capable of following manufacturer specifications and high-quality control standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

I-CAR Weld CertificationMIG WeldingVehicle Disassembly and ReassemblyStructural Damage IdentificationRepair of Plastic Bumpers

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Hard Skills

Metal StraighteningBody Filler ApplicationTwo-Sided Plastic RepairSheet Metal ReshapingRepair Plan Creation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAbility to Take Direction

Tools & Technologies

Stud GunsWelding Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

I-CAR Weld Certification Training Progression

Industry Keywords

Collision RepairHigh-Quality ControlsManufacturer SpecificationsStructural RepairsHands-On Apprenticeship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in the Crash Champions Skills Training Education Program (STEP), a hands-on apprenticeship
Work with experienced professionals and a Champion Mentor
Learn manufacturer original specifications and high-quality controls
Create complete repair plans
Perform vehicle disassembly and reassembly
Repair plastic bumpers and minor panel dents
Reshape sheet metal and apply body filler
Perform two-sided plastic repair and larger panel damage repairs
Learn structural damage identification and access repair procedures
Set up and anchor structural repairs and perform three-dimensional vehicle-structure measuring
Learn welding/joining methods and tools
Perform metal straightening using stud guns and other tools
Cut and replace small structural components
Set up and perform MIG welding on steel vehicles to complete I-CAR Weld Certification

Requirements

What you’ll need

18 years of age
Ability to work full-time, 40 hours a week
Lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Have a valid driver's license
Regularly position or move self to fix and repair over and under vehicles
Ability to effectively communicate and take direction from superiors
Ability to read and understand a work order
High School Diploma/GED preferred
No collision experience or training required
I-CAR Weld Certification training progression

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment including benefits
Paid time off
Sick leave effective on start date
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan with match
Referral Bonus (“Cash From Crash”)
5 Paid Holidays
Mobile App and structured curriculum for real-time progress and interactive competitive learning
Earn points as you learn and build your own tools valued at $8,000
Hands-on training with an experienced Champion Mentor
Daily instruction and mentorship