Automotive Body Technician Job Questions & Answers

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My husband wants to start college to get a career in automotive body repair but would like to specialize in motorcycles; body work, engines, etc. Is there a specific course for this in Ontario or does he just take "Automotive Body&Repair/service technician" and branch out after that?
2 answers - Asked By: MMMMM_FAAE - 6/30/2011
Im so confused on which school to choose from. I've narrowed it down to Lincoln Tech and Ivy Tech. I'd like to know which school would be better choice. Maybe someone who attended either one could give me some advice. If it helps I would take just the regular automotive classes with high performance at Lincoln Tech and maybe either a Associate of Applied Science Degree for Automotive Service or a Technical Certificate for Auto Service at Ivy Tech. OPIONS "ARE" WELCOME!
2 answers - Asked By: Kirby - 2/3/2012
This question is for my research paper. I need to know what jobs women are not allowed to pursue such as being in the front-line in war. Same goes for men, what jobs are they not allowed? Note: this question pertains to jobs in America meaning please do not give me a job in a different country other than America
2 answers - Asked By: JoeyJordison12929043 - 2/15/2010
What careers and pay range can you look forward to with a degree in automotive technian training?
1 answer - Asked By: A - 10/15/2009
I am currently going to Universal Technical Institute and studying to be an auto mechanic but i am starting to think that i also have a big interest in auto body work. I dont want to just waste all the money im spending on school to not pursue auto mechanics at all but i think it wud be really cool if i could do a little of both and still make great money. I was thinking like an auto restoration technician, like restoring old classic cars. Any opinions?
1 answer - Asked By: slickrick - 1/3/2011
I'm an automotive paint technician with over 10 years experience as well as body repair skills from the US and I would like to move to Australia. My question is what kind of salary could I expect to make there? Here in the US I can earn between $40,000 and $65,000 a year. I have a wife and young daughter so I need to make sure I would be able to support our family on the average pay there. Thank you!
2 answers - Asked By: thomas - 3/17/2009
I need help with this
14 answers - Asked By: JayX - 9/24/2006
Would you make more at a dealership, or for a person who run there own business. I know the amount of money you make depends on where you live. I live in texas, but I'm willing to go other places. I don't know if this helps, but I want to go to UTI.
1 answer - Asked By: Justin - 9/11/2011
Would I need to know how to repair brakes and suspension problems?
2 answers - Asked By: Scott Duke - 1/2/2012
What kind of jobs can it get you, or also what kind of courses can you take from it
1 answer - Asked By: CHBA - 9/7/2011
7 answers - Asked By: marc ace - 8/11/2006
How long do you think it will take to get out of my system i havent smoked in almost 2 weeks. I want to get a job being an Automotive Technician and clean my life up. How long do you think im safe to take a drug test. What kind of drug tests do these companies perform? Like a dealership like GM or Ford or BMW or Mercedes? Is it hair or urine? What if I smoke again, will it make it take even super longer will it add on a day or two?
4 answers - Asked By: Jon Smith - 10/27/2012
I am a female but was wondering what being an auto mechanic would be like. does the person have to go to school? I have heard that its not that physically demanding anymore because everything is hooked up to machines. how much physical stanima does the job take? it sounds like a lot of fun to be outside and fix something up. idk. do feel free to leave comments.
15 answers - Asked By: sara elliott - 9/28/2006
My mother recently told me she wants to know what I plan on going to college for. I will be a Jr, and i have taken a few autobody classes, but i know i want to go into the automotive field. I was just wondering what specific titles or jobs i should probably shoot for. Any additional info in appreciated e.g. salery, school length, ect.. Thank You.
1 answer - Asked By: Michael R - 6/24/2009
Why do cars suck? Why is it that when you put a hairline scratch (which could probably be fixed with White-Out) in a car's bumper it can cost you hundreds of dollars to get it fixed? Why are car's bumpers made of rubber?
2 answers - Asked By: Mike - 11/15/2009
I was thinking of going to school to become an automotive service technician and I wanted to ask people who have experience in this field. Would you describe it as hard, frustrating work or not? Also, what kind of hours do mechanis work?
4 answers - Asked By: Christian - 6/5/2007
Are there any good careers out there that only require a 2yr degree? If so what are they and what degree do I need? I am looking for a career that can earn between 45000 and 65000 per year. Thank you for the help.
2 answers - Asked By: jaseman_16 - 2/17/2009
I recently hit a pole/column in a parking garage driving my Scion tC. I have gotten estimates around $1600 to replace a fender, the front bumper, and one of the headlights. I am wondering if it is a good idea to fix it myself (with the guidance of a friend who has mechanical knowledge)? According to the collision centers, my headlight should be replaced because the plastic tabs have been broken where the screws attach underneath the hood. But the light still works and only has minor scratches on the side, and I cannot see a reason why it is necessary to get it fixed right now. Should I purchase the parts myself , do the work myself, and just pay to have it painted??? Do I need to replace the light?
14 answers - Asked By: Hannah - 4/18/2007
0 - Asked By: Coke Cola - 5/1/2009
I don't mean like a mechanic. i'm looking for something like is it an auomotive engineer or what? can you please list some job titles having to do with cars.
7 answers - Asked By: persononhere444 - 6/3/2007
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$16,640.00 - $80,000.00
Typical Salary for Automotive Body Technician
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Education / Training

High School
31.2%
Certification
20.8%
Vocational
16.7%
Some College Coursework Completed
12.5%
Some High School Coursework
6.2%
Associates
6.2%
Bachelor's
6.2%
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Automotive Body Technician

Repairs automotive bodies by determining repair needs; fixing, replacing, or refinishing parts; verifying proper operation of repaired vehicles.
Rate of Growth
18.40 %
Size of Industry in 2006:
153,000
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2006

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