Automotive refinishing technician

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Relocation costs not covered by employer. Automotive service station. Tasks: Estimate repair cost based on damage examination report. Inspect repaired vehicles. Plan repair work to be performed. Test drive vehicles for proper handling. Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components. File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired. Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting. Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers. Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place. Apply primers and repaint surfaces. Repair or replace interior components. Mix paint, blend and match colors. Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and s...