Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.

Tasks Include:

File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
Sand body areas to be painted and cover bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint.
Follow supervisors' instructions as to which parts to restore or replace and how much time the job should take.
Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches, and install replacement parts using wrenches or welding equipment.
Cut and tape plastic separating film to outside repair areas to avoid damaging surrounding surfaces during repair procedure and remove tape and wash surfaces after repairs are complete.
Prime and paint repaired surfaces, using paint sprayguns and motorized sanders.
Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas.
Chain or clamp frames and sections to alignment machines that use hydraulic pressure to align damaged components.
Fill small dents that cannot be worked out with plastic or solder.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

Projections Quick View:

Virginia: +0.5%

National: +1.3%

Education

High School Diploma

Job Zone:

Two: Some Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Highest ($50,000 and up)

Median Earnings:

National

$48,740.00

State

$52,300.00

Regional

Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Description

Career Cluster:

Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics

Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.

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Education

Required Level of Education

High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) = 41.99%
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production) = 34.65%
Less than a High School Diploma = 23.35%

Related Work Experience

None = 41.37%
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 13.01%
Up to and including 1 month = 12.20%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 11.86%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 6.98%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 4.86%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 4.86%
Over 10 years = 4.86%

On-Site or In-Plant Training

None = 30.71%
Up to and including 1 month = 27.61%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 22.49%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 12.20%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 6.86%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 0.12%

On-the-Job Training

Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month = 35.55%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 25.82%
None or short demonstration = 18.27%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 11.15%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 9.08%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 0.12%

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Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Tasks

Core Tasks Include:

File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
Sand body areas to be painted and cover bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint.
Follow supervisors' instructions as to which parts to restore or replace and how much time the job should take.
Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches, and install replacement parts using wrenches or welding equipment.
Cut and tape plastic separating film to outside repair areas to avoid damaging surrounding surfaces during repair procedure and remove tape and wash surfaces after repairs are complete.
Prime and paint repaired surfaces, using paint sprayguns and motorized sanders.
Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas.
Chain or clamp frames and sections to alignment machines that use hydraulic pressure to align damaged components.
Fill small dents that cannot be worked out with plastic or solder.
Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment, and grind down welds to smooth them, using power grinders and other tools.
Position dolly blocks against surfaces of dented areas and beat opposite surfaces to remove dents, using hammers.
Remove damaged panels, and identify the family and properties of the plastic used on a vehicle.
Review damage reports, prepare or review repair cost estimates, and plan work to be performed.
Remove small pits and dimples in body metal, using pick hammers and punches.
Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle bodies and fenders.
Clean work areas, using air hoses, to remove damaged material and discarded fiberglass strips used in repair procedures.
Adjust or align headlights, wheels, and brake systems.
Apply heat to plastic panels, using hot-air welding guns or immersion in hot water, and press the softened panels back into shape by hand.
Soak fiberglass matting in resin mixtures and apply layers of matting over repair areas to specified thicknesses.
Fit and secure windows, vinyl roofs, and metal trim to vehicle bodies, using caulking guns, adhesive brushes, and mallets.
Replace damaged glass on vehicles.
Inspect repaired vehicles for proper functioning, completion of work, dimensional accuracy, and overall appearance of paint job, and test-drive vehicles to ensure proper alignment and handling.

Supplemental Tasks Include:

Cut openings in vehicle bodies for the installation of customized windows, using templates and power shears or chisels.
Read specifications or confer with customers to determine the desired custom modifications for altering the appearance of vehicles.
Measure and mark vinyl material and cut material to size for roof installation, using rules, straightedges, and hand shears.

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Tools and Technology

Tools Include:

Adjustable widemouth pliers
Adjustable wrenches
Pneumatic hammer (Air chisels)
Air compressors
Pneumatic hammer (Air hammers)
Wheel alignment equipment (Alignment machines)
Squares (Alignment squares)
Anvils
Blow torches
Power saws (Body saws)
Spatulas (Bondo spreaders)
Gas welding or brazing or cutting apparatus (Brazing equipment)
Power buffers (Buffing machines)
Calipers
Cold chisels
Trim or molding tools (Crown spoons)
Hammers (Dent hammers)
Depth gauges
Desktop computers
Gauges or inspection fixtures (Dial indicators)
Digital cameras
Trim or molding tools (Door skin dollies)
Knife blades (Double-edged blades)
Metal cutters (Double-edged cutter tools)
Workshop presses (Drill presses)
Feeler gauges
Files
Fluorescent lamps (Fluorescent lights)
Shears (Foot shears)
Wheel alignment equipment (Frame alignment equipment)
Gas welding or brazing or cutting apparatus (Gas arc welding equipment)
Trim or molding tools (General purpose spoons)
Power grinders (Grinders)
Workshop presses (Hand brakes)
Shears (Hand shears)
Trim or molding tools (Heavy duty inside spoons)
Trim or molding tools (Heel dollies)
Height gauges
Paint sprayers (High velocity low pressure HVLP spray equipment)
Hoists
Heat guns (Hot air guns)
Lifts (Hydraulic automobile lifts)
Workshop cranes (Hydraulic cranes)
Jacks (Hydraulic jacks)
Impact wrenches
Infrared lamps (Infrared IR paint curing units)
Jacks
Laser printers
Power buffers (Machine polishers)
Power sanders (Media blasters)
Metal inert gas MIG welding machinery (Metal inert gas MIG welders)
Micrometers
Nut drivers
Blow torches (Oxyacetylene torches)
Paint sprayers
Stencils or lettering aids (Paint stencils)
Metal cutters (Panel cutters)
Personal computers
Hammers (Pick hammers)
Pullers (Pick pull rods)
Pitch measuring instruments (Pitch gauges)
Pneumatic grinders
Pneumatic hammer (Pneumatic hammers)
Metal cutters (Pneumatic metal cutting guns)
Die bends (Pneumatic panel crimpers)
Pneumatic hammer (Pneumatic smoothing hammers)
Rivet tools (Pop rivet guns)
Power buffers (Portable buffers)
Power drills
Punches or nail sets or drifts (Power punches)
Power sanders
Shears (Power shears)
Pneumatic sanding machines (Pressure feed sandblasters)
Pressure indicators (Pressure gauges)
Pressure or steam cleaners (Pressure washers)
Pry bars
Pullers (Pull rods)
Stamping dies or punches (Punches)
Ratchets
Welding tools (Resistance spot welding equipment)
Respirators
Rivet tools (Rivet busters)
S hooks (S-hooks)
Safety glasses
Protective gloves (Safety gloves)
Safety hoods
Sanding blocks
Razor knives (Scrapers)
Screwdrivers
Trim or molding tools (Slapping spoons)
Pullers (Slide hammers)
Socket sets (Socket wrench sets)
Soldering irons or guns (Soldering equipment)
Trim or molding tools (Spoon dollies)
Welding tools (Spot weld breakers)
Spray booths
Wire brushes (Stainless steel brushes)
Pressure or steam cleaners (Steam cleaning equipment)
Welding or soldering kit (Stud welder kits)
Suction cups
Pneumatic sanding machines (Suction feed sandblasters)
Rasps (Surforms)
Pullers (T pullers)
Gauges or inspection fixtures (Telescoping gauges)
Trim or molding tools (Toe dollies)
Tungsten inert gas TIG welding machinery (Tungsten inert gas TIG welding equipment)
Trim or molding tools (Universal railroad dollies)
Calipers (Vernier calipers)
Wedges
Welding generators (Weld current controllers)
Welding electrodes
Goggles (Welding goggles)
Welding masks (Welding helmets)
Welding masks (Welding hoods)
Welders (Welding machines)
Welding or cutting tips (Welding tips)
Utility knives (Windshield knives)

Technologies Include:

Accounting software

Accounting software
Accounts receivable software

Analytical or scientific software

Collision damage estimation software
Collision damage measurement software
Paint mixing and matching software
Swan River Estimiser Pro

Calendar and scheduling software

Appointment scheduling software

Data base user interface and query software

AutoZone ALLDATA
Equipment management information software

Inventory management software

Inventory management software
Materials management software

Point of sale POS software

Automotive and Accounting Software by R*KOM Invoice Writer

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Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Special Requirements

Automotive technology is rapidly becoming more sophisticated, and most employers prefer applicants who have completed a formal training program in automotive body repair or refinishing. Most new repairers complete at least part of this training on the job. Many repairers, particularly in urban areas, need a national certification to advance past entry-level work.

Education and training

A high school diploma or GED is often all that is required to enter this occupation, but more specific education and training is needed to learn how to repair newer automobiles. Collision repair programs may be offered in high school or in postsecondary vocational schools and community colleges. Courses in electronics, physics, chemistry, English, computers, and mathematics provide a good background for a career as an automotive body repairer. Most training programs combine classroom instruction and hands-on practice.

Trade and technical school programs typically award certificates to graduates after 6 months to a year of collision repair study. Some community colleges offer 2-year programs in collision repair. Many of these schools also offer certificates for individual courses, so that students are able to take classes incrementally or as needed.

New repairers begin by assisting experienced body repairers in tasks such as removing damaged parts, sanding body panels, and installing repaired parts. Novices learn to remove small dents and make other minor repairs. They then progress to more difficult tasks, such as straightening body parts and returning them to their correct alignment. Generally, it takes 3 to 4 years of hands-on training to become skilled in all aspects of body repair, some of which may be completed as part of a formal education program. Basic automotive glass installation and repair can be learned in as little as 6 months, but becoming fully qualified can take several years.

Continuing education and training are needed throughout a career in automotive body repair. Automotive parts, body materials, and electronics continue to change and to become more complex. To keep up with these technological advances, repairers must continue to gain new skills by reading technical manuals and furthering their education with classes and seminars. Many companies within the automotive body repair industry send employees to advanced training programs to brush up on skills or to learn new techniques.

Other qualifications

Fully skilled automotive body repairers must have good reading ability and basic mathematics and computer skills. Restoring unibody automobiles to their original form requires repairers to follow instructions and diagrams in technical manuals and to make precise three-dimensional measurements of the position of one body section relative to another. In addition, repairers should enjoy working with their hands and be able to pay attention to detail while they work.

Contact the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation to find out more information about exam fees, times, places, and training in your area.

For More Information, Contact:

National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation
101 Blue Seal Dr., Suite 101
Leesburg, VA 20175
Phone: 703.669.6650
Fax: 703.669.6125
http://www.natef.org/

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Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Additional Resources

For general information about automotive body repairer careers, write to:

Automotive Service Association, Inc.
1901 Airport Freeway
Bedford, TX 76021-5732
http://www.asashop.org

National Automobile Dealers Association
8400 Westpark Dr.
McLean, VA 22102
http://www.nada.org

Inter-Industry Conference On Auto Collision Repair Education Foundation (I-CAR)
3701 Algonquin Rd.
Suite 400
Rolling Meadow, IL 60008
Telephone (tollfree): 888-722-3787
http://www.i-car.com

For information on how to become a certified automotive body repairer, write to:

ASE
101 Blue Seal Dr. SE
Suite 101
Leesburg, VA 20175
https://www.ase.com/home.aspx

For a directory of certified automotive body repairer programs, contact:

National Automotive Technician Education Foundation
13505 Dulles Technology Dr.
Herndon, VA 20171-3421
http://www.natef.org

For a directory of accredited private trade and technical schools that offer training programs in automotive body repair, contact:

Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology
2101 Wilson Blvd.
Suite 302
Arlington, VA 22201
http://www.accsct.org

For a list of public automotive body repair training programs, contact:

SkillsUSA-VICA
P. O. Box 3000
1401 James Monroe Hwy.
Leesburg, VA 22075
http://www.skillsusa.org

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Knowledge

%	Subject	Description
64.50	Mechanical	Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
56.25	Customer and Personal Service	Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
53.25	Production and Processing	Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
50.00	Mathematics	Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

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Skills

%	Subject	Description
56.25	Repairing	Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
53.00	Troubleshooting	Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
50.00	Active Listening	Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
50.00	Speaking	Talking to others to convey information effectively.
50.00	Critical Thinking	Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
50.00	Monitoring	Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
50.00	Operations Monitoring	Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
50.00	Quality Control Analysis	Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
50.00	Time Management	Managing one's own time and the time of others.

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Abilities

%	Subject	Description
62.50	Arm-Hand Steadiness	The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
59.50	Visualization	The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
59.50	Manual Dexterity	The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
56.25	Oral Comprehension	The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
56.25	Visual Color Discrimination	The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
56.25	Problem Sensitivity	The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
56.25	Information Ordering	The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
56.25	Near Vision	The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
56.25	Finger Dexterity	The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
53.00	Oral Expression	The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
53.00	Category Flexibility	The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
53.00	Selective Attention	The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
53.00	Control Precision	The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
53.00	Multilimb Coordination	The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
53.00	Speech Recognition	The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
50.00	Written Comprehension	The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
50.00	Speech Clarity	The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
50.00	Extent Flexibility	The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
50.00	Flexibility of Closure	The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
50.00	Trunk Strength	The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
50.00	Static Strength	The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
50.00	Auditory Attention	The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.

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Work Activities

%	Subject	Description
77.50	Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
76.50	Getting Information	Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
76.25	Making Decisions and Solving Problems	Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
73.25	Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
72.25	Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
72.00	Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
71.50	Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
70.00	Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
69.75	Processing Information	Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
69.75	Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
68.75	Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
68.00	Thinking Creatively	Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
66.25	Handling and Moving Objects	Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
62.25	Performing General Physical Activities	Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
62.00	Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment	Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
61.25	Scheduling Work and Activities	Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
59.25	Developing Objectives and Strategies	Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
56.50	Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
56.25	Training and Teaching Others	Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
54.00	Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
51.25	Analyzing Data or Information	Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
51.25	Controlling Machines and Processes	Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
50.75	Coaching and Developing Others	Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
49.75	Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

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Work Styles

%	Subject	Description
97.75	Attention to Detail	Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
86.25	Dependability	Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
79.50	Integrity	Job requires being honest and ethical.
79.25	Achievement/Effort	Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
77.50	Innovation	Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
76.50	Analytical Thinking	Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
75.50	Persistence	Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
75.50	Initiative	Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
73.25	Stress Tolerance	Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
72.75	Independence	Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
71.75	Cooperation	Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
68.25	Adaptability/Flexibility	Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
60.25	Leadership	Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
58.25	Self-Control	Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
50.25	Concern for Others	Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.

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Work Values

%	Subject	Description
61.17	Support	Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
55.50	Relationships	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
50.00	Independence	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

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Work Context

%	Subject	Description
100.00	Exposed to Contaminants	How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
99.00	Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls	How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
97.60	Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets	How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
90.60	Time Pressure	How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
89.40	Exposed to Hazardous Conditions	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
89.20	Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable	How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
88.60	Face-to-Face Discussions	How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
87.80	Importance of Being Exact or Accurate	How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
84.40	Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body	How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
83.80	Spend Time Standing	How much does this job require standing?
82.80	Freedom to Make Decisions	How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
82.40	Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection	How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
81.40	Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
80.80	Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions	How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
79.40	Frequency of Decision Making	How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
79.20	Structured versus Unstructured Work	To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
78.60	Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling	How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
77.40	Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results	What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?
76.20	In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment	How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
75.60	Level of Competition	To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
72.40	Responsible for Others' Health and Safety	How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
71.20	Contact With Others	How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
70.80	Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions	How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
69.40	Spend Time Walking and Running	How much does this job require walking and running?
68.20	Exposed to Hazardous Equipment	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
67.80	Consequence of Error	How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
66.20	Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings	How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
62.20	Work With Work Group or Team	How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
61.20	Responsibility for Outcomes and Results	How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
57.40	Importance of Repeating Same Tasks	How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
56.80	Physical Proximity	To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
54.00	Coordinate or Lead Others	How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
53.20	Very Hot or Cold Temperatures	How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
53.20	Frequency of Conflict Situations	How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
51.20	Telephone	How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?

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Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed

Overall Experience
- Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training
- Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Examples
- These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, tellers, and dental laboratory technicians.
Education
- These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

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Earnings Benefits*

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
United States	$35,250.00	$48,740.00	$62,060.00
Virginia	$35,940.00	$52,300.00	$78,690.00

Region	Entry Level	Median	Experienced
Alexandria/Arlington	$40,960.00	$59,000.00	$97,150.00
Bay Consortium	$39,640.00	$56,820.00	$90,160.00
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	$37,290.00	$48,640.00	$74,480.00
Central VA/Region2000	$36,370.00	$48,780.00	$77,610.00
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	No Data	No Data	No Data
Hampton Roads	$37,040.00	$47,680.00	$79,200.00
New River/Mt. Rogers	$34,120.00	$46,140.00	$64,460.00
Northern Virginia	$41,290.00	$59,570.00	$92,620.00
Piedmont Workforce	$41,130.00	$58,510.00	$88,490.00
Shenandoah Valley	$38,140.00	$50,010.00	$71,070.00
South Central	$31,680.00	$47,450.00	$59,580.00
Southwestern Virginia	$31,990.00	$45,540.00	$63,900.00
West Piedmont	$37,630.00	$50,240.00	$57,080.00
Western Virginia	$35,060.00	$47,130.00	$65,060.00

* Earnings Calculations:

Regional Earnings:
   Entry = Annual mean of the lower 1/3 wage distribution;
   Experienced = Annual mean of the upper 2/3 wage distribution.

National and State Earnings:
   Entry = Annual 10th percentile wage;
   Experienced = Annual 75th percentile wage.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

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Employment Projections

USA: 2023-2033

Virginia: 2022-2032

Regions: 2020-2030

	Current	Projected	% Change
United States	169,200	171,400	+1.3%
Virginia	3,481	3,499	+0.5%

Region	Current*	Projected	% Change
Alexandria/Arlington	211	235	+11.4%
Bay Consortium	273	308	+12.8%
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	455	513	+12.7%
Central VA/Region2000	104	113	+8.7%
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	275	283	+2.9%
Hampton Roads	831	888	+6.9%
New River/Mt. Rogers	212	216	+1.9%
Northern Virginia	955	1,087	+13.8%
Piedmont Workforce	142	160	+12.7%
Shenandoah Valley	261	281	+7.7%
South Central	No Data	No Data	No Data
Southwestern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
West Piedmont	119	120	+0.8%
Western Virginia	166	176	+6.0%

* - Estimated

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The following military job classifications are available for this occupation:

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Proficiency Ratings

These proficiencies are scored on a scale from 1 to 5 with 1 being not
important to the job and 5 being extremely important to the job.

Proficiency	Rating
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	4.0
Getting Information	4.0
Making Decisions and Solving Problems	4.0
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	4.0
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	4.0
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	4.0
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials	4.0
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	4.0
Processing Information	4.0
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	4.0
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	4.0
Thinking Creatively	3.5
Handling and Moving Objects	3.5
Performing General Physical Activities	3.5
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment	3.5
Scheduling Work and Activities	3.5
Developing Objectives and Strategies	3.5
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People	3.5
Training and Teaching Others	3.5
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	3.0
Analyzing Data or Information	3.0
Controlling Machines and Processes	3.0
Coaching and Developing Others	3.0
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	3.0
Working with Computers	3.0
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	3.0
Monitoring and Controlling Resources	3.0
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment	3.0
Documenting/Recording Information	2.5
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates	2.5
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public	2.5
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others	2.5
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment	2.5
Developing and Building Teams	2.5
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	2.5
Communicating with People Outside the Organization	2.5
Assisting and Caring for Others	2.5
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others	2.5
Performing Administrative Activities	2.5
Selling or Influencing Others	2.0
Staffing Organizational Units	2.0

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Titles

Antique Automobiles Repairer
Auto Body Builder Apprentice
Auto Body Customizer
Auto Body Detailer
Auto Body Man
Auto Body Mechanic
Auto Body Mechanic Apprentice
Auto Body Painter
Auto Body Repair Technician
Auto Body Repairer
Auto Body Repairman
Auto Body Service Mechanic
Auto Body Straightener
Auto Body Technician
Auto Body Worker
Auto Bumper Mechanic
Auto Bumper Straightener
Auto Customize Painter
Auto Rebuilder
Auto Refinisher
Auto Seat Cover Installer
Auto Slip Cover Installer
Auto Technician
Auto Vinyl Top Installer
Autobody Technician
Automobile Body Customizer
Automobile Body Repairer
Automobile Painter
Automotive Metalsmith
Automotive Painter
Automotive Refinisher
Body and Fender Mechanic
Body and Fender Mechanic Apprentice
Body and Fender Worker
Body and Frame Man
Body and Frame Technician
Body Builder Apprentice
Body Bumper
Body Man
Body Mechanic
Body Mechanic Apprentice
Body Painter
Body Repairer
Body Sander
Body Shop Floorperson
Body Shop Worker
Body Specialist
Body Straightener
Body Technician
Body Work Auto Trimmer
Body Worker
Bumper
Bumper and Painter
Bumper Straightener
Car Body Mechanic
Car Customizer
Car Refinisher
Collision Mechanic
Collision Repair Technician
Collision Technician
Collision Worker
Custom Car Builder
Dinger
Fender Mechanic
Fender Mechanic Apprentice
Fender Repairer
Fiberglass Autobody Repairer
Frame Straightener
Mechanical and Auto Body Car Checker
Metal Bumper
Metal Worker
Painter and Body Mechanic Apprentice
Painter and Body Work
Painter Apprentice
Paintless Dent Repair Technician
Panel Beater
Rattle, Leak, and Squeak Repairer
Refinish Technician
Service Mechanic
Shop Assistant
Trim Mechanic
Truck Body Builder
Truck Body Builder Apprentice
Truck Body Repairer
Vehicle Body Sander

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Related Schools

Danville Community College
Tidewater Community College

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