Crash Champions, one of the nation’s fastest-growing founder-led collision repair providers, today officially announced the launch of its new Technician Training Program and is proud to recognize Chris Sandoval, a body technician from its Eagle Ranch (NM) location, as the first program participant to become Level 1-certified.
The new Technician Training Program was designed and developed by Crash Champions’ Collision Technology department to offer its team of I-CAR Gold Class technicians real-time access to a growing digital training catalog covering the automotive industry’s latest tools, products, and vehicle advancements – available directly at their stall. Crash Champions also partnered with industry leaders such as 3M, Pro Spot, Car-O-Liner, and KECO to develop many of the training modules available to technicians.
“As the automotive industry continues to evolve and become increasingly complex, it’s essential that we stay ahead of the curve with the latest innovations and training programs for every member of our team,” said Matt Ebert, Crash Champions Founder and CEO. “The Technician Training Program empowers our technicians with material that’s always current, comprehensive, and easy to access.”
Through the program, Crash Champions body technicians can immediately access over 100 exclusive technical videos, achieve three certification levels (Level 1-Skilled, Level 2-Advanced, Level 3-Elite), and gain direct support from Crash Champions' Collision Technology team — all available through the company’s internal software platforms and conveniently accessible via mobile devices at the stall level to support technician growth.
The program supplements Crash Champions’ growing lineup of training programs, including its body technician apprenticeship, STEP (aimed at aspiring technicians entering the trade), and its Associate Service Advisor Program.
Sandoval, Crash Champions' first Level 1-certified technician in the program, was recognized last month by Ebert and senior leadership at the company’s Chicago headquarters.
“During my time at Crash Champions, I’ve learned that the company’s belief in ‘Championing People’ is practiced every day in ways big and small,” said Sandoval. “This program perfectly encompasses that vision, as it has allowed technicians like me the ability to stay on the cutting edge of collision repair technology. Better said, the program’s easily accessible resources and training have set us up for successful, long-term careers while ensuring we’re in the best position possible to help our customers with the knowledge and confidence to fulfill the trust they put in us during their time of need.”
For more information about career opportunities at Crash Champions and the professional development programs it offers, visit www.careers.crashchampions.com.
