Collision repair technicians, or Car protest repair mechanics, establish damaged vehicle bodies and body parts. They work at auto body repair shops, dealerships, and custom restoration and refinishing businesses. There is always a need for skilled collision repair technicians, so employment outlook is excellent. Most collision repair careers require some formal education beyond high school.
Giving Estimates
Each collision repair job begins with estimating the price of repairs. Experienced technicians can advance to estimator in a large shop.
Structural Work
Many vocational and trade schools offer collision repair training programs which award a certificate or Associate's degree.
Headlamps and Alignment
The techs must make sure that the headlamps are aimed properly and the wheels are aligned.
Training
Most employers prefer collision repair technicians with some formal training.Collision repair techs fix small dents and replace panels too damaged to repair, straighten bent frames, remove and repair all types of vehicle body parts, and weld metal components.
