Automotive technicians repair both cars and light trucks using various tools and equipment. They perform tasks like safety inspections, maintenance services, and repairs on different types of engines. Technicians require certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence as well as community college training and experience with tools, equipment, and technical manuals. The career outlook for automotive technicians is stable with a projected 10% annual growth between 2008-2018.

1. Automotive TechnicianKeep America MovingBy Gerardo Peraza

2. Job Description Auto Technicians repair carsThey complete safety inspectionsThey perform maintenance services

3. Job DescriptionThey also repair light trucksTechnicians specialize on different types of engines, like gas, hybrids, or ethanol Technicians know how to use car tools and equipment

4. ToolsDrillsCutting toolsSpray gunsImpact DrillsAir compressors

5. EquipmentAlignment machinesPressersAuto liftsBrake Lathe machines

6. EducationThe National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification Computer trainingCommunity college degree

7. QuoteYou only get out of life what you put in it. (Ethel Merman)

8. SalarySkilled AT earn twice as much as semi skilled workers Source: WMDA Pre-Automotive Academy

9. Growth Potential and Career OutlookThe outlook for AT is stable The growth potential in the industry is expected to increase by 10% a year between 2008 and 2018

10. Additional TrainingExperience working on motor vehicles in the Armed Forces Working on motor vehicles as a hobbyTraining in mathematics and understanding technical manuals

11. Related CareersMechanical engineeringSmall engine mechanicAuto body or collision repairDiesel service technician or mechanicHeavy vehicle and mobile equipment service mechanic

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