Automotive Specialty Technicians

Repair only one system or component on a vehicle, such as brakes, suspension, or radiator.

Realistic - Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

1. Examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customers' approval to perform repairs.

2. Repair, overhaul, and adjust automobile brake systems.

3. Use electronic test equipment to locate and correct malfunctions in fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems.

4. Repair and replace defective balljoint suspensions, brake shoes, and wheel bearings.

5. Inspect and test new vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.

6. Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure that they are working properly.

7. Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning.

8. Install and repair air conditioners, and service components such as compressors, condensers, and controls.

9. Repair, replace, and adjust defective carburetor parts and gasoline filters.

10. Remove and replace defective mufflers and tailpipes.

11. Repair and replace automobile leaf springs.

Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

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.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

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.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Sales and Marketing - Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.

The college search results are undergraduate programs associated with Automotive Specialty Technicians. Further education may also be required to pursue this career.

The training search results include both short and long-term programs associated with Automotive Specialty Technicians, and may be more appropriate for adult and non-traditional students. Further training may also be required to pursue this career.

In NY the average wage for this occupation was:

$21,780 for entry level workers, and $45,530 for experienced workers.

Based on the total number of annual openings and its growth rate, the employment prospects for this occupation are described as Very Favorable.

During 2006, there were approximately 41,620 Automotive Specialty Technicians employed in NY.

We estimate that in 2016 there will be 43,940  employed in NY. This represents an increase of 230 job(s) each year, and a total of 840 job openings each year.

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