Body Works Plus LLC, a highly reputable collision repair facility in uptown Charlotte, is excited to offer an opportunity for an Apprentice Technician. With over 25 years of service, we are committed to excellence in automotive care, prioritizing the safety and satisfaction of our customers and community. We seek a professional individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for the collision repair industry to join our team. Position Description: As an Apprentice Technician, you will learn and develop skills to perform high-level repairs on various makes and models of vehicles. This role involves systematic disassembly, repair, and reassembly of vehicles, ensuring they match pre-accident conditions in terms of fit, finish, safety, and adherence to OEM repair procedures.   Key Responsibilities: Excellence in Repairs: Perform top-quality repairs on all vehicles, strictly following OEM standard repair procedures. Team Collaboration: Actively contribute to a team environment that fosters a safe, clean, organized, and productive workplace. Repair Planning: Latest industry methods Repair Planning methods for meticulous repair planning. Research: Thoroughly research repair procedures, especially for structural, airbag, and safety inspections or replacements. Documentation: Accurately document all repair steps, including destructive weld tests and safety inspections. Continuous Training: Engage in ongoing training, including mandatory ICAR, OEM training Checklist Completion: Diligently complete detailed checklists for each repair task. Qualifications: A long-term passion for the collision industry Minimum associate degree in Auto Body Technology or 2 years of experience ICAR Gold certification OEM certifications are a plus Opportunity for advancement Benefits: Competitive pay  Paid vacation and personal days 75% employer-paid medical coverage Paid life and accidental death and dismemberment plan Paid long-term disability 3% matching Simple IRA Paid education (ICAR, PPG, OEM, etc) Closed on major holidays and weekends, with occasional Saturday workdays