Caliber Lands Spot on Forbes' Best Large Employers List

Event summary

  • Caliber named to Forbes' America's Best Large Employers 2026 list, based on employee feedback.
  • Survey included 217,000 U.S. employees, with 3.5 million evaluations considered.
  • Caliber's Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) has over 1,500 active graduates.
  • Company operates 1,800 centers across 41 states with 30,000 employees.

The big picture

Caliber's inclusion on Forbes' list underscores the growing emphasis on workplace culture as a competitive differentiator in the automotive repair sector. The company's investment in training programs like TAP reflects broader industry trends toward upskilling to address skilled labor gaps. With 30,000 employees, Caliber's ability to maintain high satisfaction scores could set a precedent for large employers in the service industry.

What we're watching

Talent Retention
Whether Caliber can sustain high employee satisfaction amid industry-wide labor challenges.
Program Scaling
The pace at which Caliber's Technician Apprentice Program expands to address skilled labor shortages.
Industry Benchmarking
How this recognition positions Caliber against competitors in attracting and retaining top talent.