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Apprentice Auto Technician Jobs in Riverside, CA

Puget Collision

Body Technician

Montclair, CA · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

Auto Body Collision Repair: Body Technician The Body Technician is a skilled craftsman with a ... Provide guidance, education, and assistance to the assigned apprentice in such a manner that ...

Puget Collision

Body Technician

Irvine, CA · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

Auto Body Collision Repair: Body Technician The Body Technician is a skilled craftsman with a ... Provide guidance, education, and assistance to the assigned apprentice in such a manner that ...

Crash Champions

Auto Body Technician

Placentia, CA · On-site

$180K/yr

... apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions and ... ID 2026-21675 Category Body Technician Position Type Regular Full-Time Location : Postal Code 92870 ...

Crash Champions

Auto Body Technician

Glendora, CA · On-site

$180K/yr

... apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions and ... ID 2026-21758 Category Body Technician Position Type Regular Full-Time Location : Postal Code 91740 ...

Crash Champions

Auto Body Technician

Placentia, CA · On-site

$68K - $180K/yr

... apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions and explains procedures to assistant. • Ability to use frame machine. • Certification in body repair ...

Crash Champions

Auto Body Technician

Placentia, CA

$180K/yr

Directs the work of an apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions and explains procedures to assistant. Qualifications Ability to use frame machine.

Crash Champions

Auto Body Technician

Placentia, CA · On-site

$68K/yr

... apprentice in the performance of tasks when needed, i.e., unusual problems or questions and explains procedures to assistant. Qualifications • Ability to use frame machine. • Certification in ...

The Car Park

Automotive Technician

Upland, CA

$18.02 - $19.77/hr

... Auto Parts, NAPA, etc. * Road-test vehicles (before/after) to ensure all work is completed up to ... Provide Training and Supervision to the Store's Apprentice Teammate * National Institute of ...

Jiffy Lube

Automotive Technician

Upland, CA · On-site

$18.02 - $19.77/hr

... Auto Parts, NAPA, etc. * Road-test vehicles (before/after) to ensure all work is completed up to ... Provide Training and Supervision to the Store's Apprentice Teammate * National Institute of ...

All American Racers

Lead Machinist

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$38 - $45/hr

... apprentice and junior machinists, providing guidance on best practices, safety, and proper use of ... APEX, Santa Ana, has over 50 years of experience from our roots in auto racing through years of ...

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How much do apprentice auto technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice auto technician in Riverside, CA is $20.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Apprentice Auto Technician vs Auto Service Technician?

AspectApprentice Auto TechnicianAuto Service Technician
CredentialsOn-the-job training, possibly some certificationsHigh school diploma, ASE certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentLearning environment, supervised tasksIndependent work on vehicle repairs and maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level role in auto repair shops, dealershipsFull-time technician performing repairs and diagnostics

In summary, an Apprentice Auto Technician is in the training phase, gaining skills under supervision, while an Auto Service Technician is a fully qualified professional performing repairs independently. The apprentice role focuses on learning, whereas the technician role emphasizes experience and certification.

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Infographic showing various Apprentice Auto Technician job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,010 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

Body Technician

Puget Collision

Montclair, CA • On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

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Job description


Auto Body Collision Repair: Body Technician

The Body Technician is a skilled craftsman with a thorough understanding of how to restore automobiles with light to heavy damage through collision repair. Key responsibilities include assessing exterior damage, repairing manufacturer guidelines, ensuring necessary parts, reshaping panels with minor damage, welding and refinishing techniques as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Ensure repairs adhere to OE standards, DRP part choices, and ADAS requirements for calibrations and scanning, verifying a quality and safe repair.
  • Complete disassembly of vehicles
  • Refit new parts such as bumpers, fenders, grills, moldings, and other bolt-on and welded items.
  • Complete all repairs in a manner in which the repaired areas are restored to the original manufacturer’s specifications, including door, hood and deck alignments, chassis, and frame measurements, and welded on unibody parts.
  • Check all parts for accuracy before starting the repair and notify the Estimator of any incorrect parts or other discrepancies.
  • Work efficiently to meet the target delivery date assigned to an RO.
  • Assume responsibility for all parts assigned to your job(s)
  • Protect the interior and exterior non-repair areas of all vehicles in repair from additional damage, including dust, dirt, scratches, primer, overspray.
  • Read and understand every line item of each vehicle’s RO as pertaining to your responsibilities and visually inspect every vehicle to ensure that all the repairs are complete.
  • Provide guidance, education, and assistance to the assigned apprentice in such a manner that furthers their developmental growth.

Key Performance Metrics

  • Customer Service Index Score 95+ for Quality, Done on Time, and Net Promoter Score
  • Cycle Time Efficiency

Skills/Qualifications:

  • I-CAR Gold Class and ASE certification is a plus.
  • Complete understanding of all facets of light to heavy automobile collision repair.
  • Knowledgeable in safety guidelines for repair.
  • Skilled welder with the ability to remove and refit welded panels as well as the bolt-on items required in a typical crash repair.
  • The ability to read, understand, and perform written instructions accurately and consistently and to work independently as well as with others in an organized manner.

Behavioral Excellence Required:

  • Perform all assigned responsibilities according to the Company Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Maintain a clean, organized work area always, adhering to 5S organization.
  • Participate in training programs as required to maintain the technical and professional skills and techniques necessary for this position.
  • Extend normal working hours as necessary to accommodate workload and customer requirements.