Automotive Specialty Technicians

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

Tasks Include:

Examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customers' approval to perform repairs.
Repair, overhaul, or adjust automobile brake systems.
Troubleshoot fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems, using electronic testing equipment.
Repair or replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, or wheel bearings.
Inspect and test new vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure proper operation.
Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning.
Install or repair air conditioners and service components, such as compressors, condensers, and controls.
Repair, replace, or adjust defective fuel injectors, carburetor parts, and gasoline filters.
Remove and replace defective mufflers and tailpipes.
Repair or replace automobile leaf springs.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection.

Projections Quick View:

Virginia: + 4.3%

National: +17.2%

Education

Post-Secondary Certificate

Job Zone:

Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Moderately High ($36,000 - $49,999)

Average Earnings:

National

$38,200.00

State

$42,240.00

Regional

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Description

Career Cluster:

Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics

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

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Education

Required Level of Education

Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades) = 52.11%
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) = 24.35%
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) = 23.31%
Less than a High School Diploma = 0.23%

Related Work Experience

Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 73.38%
Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years = 12.09%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 5.74%
Over 10 years = 3.73%
None = 2.29%
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 1.67%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 0.86%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 0.24%

On-Site or In-Plant Training

Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 35.47%
None = 33.78%
Up to and including 1 month = 20.36%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 6.19%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 3.26%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 0.46%
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 0.24%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 0.24%

On-the-Job Training

Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 32.49%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 27.31%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 18.95%
None or short demonstration = 11.67%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 8.81%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 0.46%
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 0.31%

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Tasks

Core Tasks Include:

Examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customers' approval to perform repairs.
Repair, overhaul, or adjust automobile brake systems.
Troubleshoot fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems, using electronic testing equipment.
Repair or replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, or wheel bearings.
Inspect and test new vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure proper operation.
Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning.
Install or repair air conditioners and service components, such as compressors, condensers, and controls.
Repair, replace, or adjust defective fuel injectors, carburetor parts, and gasoline filters.
Remove and replace defective mufflers and tailpipes.
Repair or replace automobile leaf springs.

Supplemental Tasks Include:

Rebuild, repair, or test automotive fuel injection units.
Align wheels, axles, frames, torsion bars, and steering mechanisms of automobiles, using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
Install, adjust, or repair hydraulic or electromagnetic automatic lift mechanisms used to raise and lower automobile windows, seats, and tops.
Repair or rebuild clutch systems.
Convert vehicle fuel systems from gasoline to butane gas operations and repair and service operating butane fuel units.

Tasks Include:

Change spark plugs, fuel filters, air filters, and batteries in hybrid electric vehicles.
Conduct visual inspections of compressed natural gas fuel systems to identify cracks, gouges, abrasions, discoloration, broken fibers, loose brackets, damaged gaskets, or other problems.
Diagnose and repair regenerative braking systems or hydraulic systems in hybrid vehicles.
Diagnose and replace or repair engine management systems or related sensors for flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) with ignition timing, fuel rate, alcohol concentration, or air-to-fuel ratio malfunctions.
Inspect propane or natural gas high-pressure tanks, piping, or pressure regulators.
Replace hydraulically assisted systems with electric-powered systems, such as power steering pumps or air conditioning compressors, to improve fuel economy.
Retrofit vehicle fuel systems with aftermarket products, such as vapor transfer devices, evaporation control devices, swirlers, lean burn devices, or friction reduction devices, to enhance combustion and fuel efficiency.
Service biodiesel fuel tanks for algae or sludge accumulation by cleaning, changing filters, or adding algaecides.
Service internal combustion engine systems for hybrid electric vehicles.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Tools and Technology

Tools Include:

Pneumatic hammer (Air chisels)
Air compressors
Refrigerant compressors (Air conditioner chargers)
Pneumatic hammer (Air hammers)
Pneumatic impact wrenches (Air wrenches)
Hex keys (Allen wrenches)
Voltage or current meters (Alternator testers)
Ammeters
Power drills (Angle drills)
Socket sets (Antenna socket sets)
Anvils
Welders (Arc welders)
Dollies (Auto body dollies)
Awls
Pullers (Ball joint separators)
Battery acid hydrometers (Battery hydrometers)
Battery chargers (Battery jump starters)
Bolt cutters
Gauges or inspection fixtures (Bore gauges)
Borescope inspection equipment (Borescopes)
Pneumatic vacuum equipment (Brake bleeders)
Drill bits (Brake cylinder hones)
Lathes (Brake lathe benches)
Brake repair kits (Brake shoe tools)
Specialty wrenches (Breaker bars)
Power buffers (Buffers)
Pneumatic impact wrenches (Butterfly air wrenches)
Calipers
Catalytic combustion analyzers
Hoists (Chain hoists)
Locking pliers (Channel lock pliers)
Circuit tester (Circuit testers)
Clamp On Multimeter (Clamp-on multimeters)
Hand clamps (Clutch holding tools)
Specialty wrenches (Clutch wrenches)
Bar code reader equipment (Code readers)
Combination wrenches
Leak testing equipment (Combustion leak detectors)
Compression testers (Compression analyzers)
Wheel alignment equipment (Computerized suspension analyzers)
Circuit tester (Continuity testers)
Open end wrenches (Crescent wrenches)
Deburring equipment (Deburring tools)
Pullers (Dent pullers)
Desktop computers
Diagonal cut pliers (Diagonal cutting pliers)
Calipers (Dial calipers)
Gauges or inspection fixtures (Dial indicators)
Taps or dies (Dies)
Pressure indicators (Diesel modulator shift testers)
Brake repair kits (Disc brake pad spreaders)
Workshop presses (Drill presses)
Engine ignition systems (Dwell meters)
Dynamometers
Welders (Electric welding equipment)
Pressure indicators (Engine oil pressure testers)
Engine or vehicle stands (Engine stands)
Automotive exhaust emission analyzers (Exhaust analyzers)
Pipe or tube cutters (Exhaust/tail pipe cutters)
Retaining ring pliers (External snap ring pliers)
Feeler gauges
Files
Specialty wrenches (Filter wrenches)
Tube end finishers (Flaring tools)
Engine or vehicle stands (Frame racks)
Automotive cleaners (Fuel injection cleaners)
Pullers (Gear pullers)
Grease guns
Saws (Hacksaws)
Hammers
Pullers (Hand pullers)
Heat guns
Hoists
Pipe or tube cutters (Hose cutters)
Pneumatic vacuum equipment (Hydraulic bleed tools)
Workshop presses (Hydraulic shop presses)
Voltage or current meters (Ignition testers)
Impact wrenches
Voltage or current meters (In-line ignition spark testers)
Heat tracing equipment (Infrared digital thermometers)
Magnifiers (Inspection mirrors)
Retaining ring pliers (Internal retaining ring pliers)
Engine or vehicle stands (Jack stands)
Jacks
Levels (Laser levels)
Tachometers (Laser photo tachometers)
Laser printers
Leak testing equipment (Leak detection smoke machines)
Liquid leak detectors (Leak detectors)
Leak testing equipment (Light emitting diode LED leak detector lights)
Specialty wrenches (Lug wrenches)
Magnetic tools (Magnetic pickup tools)
Pressure indicators (Manifold gauge sets)
Acoustic sensors (Mechanics' stethoscopes)
Metal inert gas MIG welding machinery (Metal inert gas MIG welders)
Multimeters
Needlenose pliers
Nibblers
Handheld thermometer (Non-contact thermometers)
Nut drivers
Specialty wrenches (Offset brake wrenches)
Ohmmeters
Specialty wrenches (Oil filter wrenches)
Oil gun (Oil injectors)
Open end wrenches
Oscilloscopes
Oxygen sensors
Paint sprayers
Personal computers
Personal digital assistant PDAs or organizers (Personal digital assistants PDA)
Screwdrivers (Phillips head screwdrivers)
Pipe wrenches
Plasma welding machinery (Plasma cutters)
Compressed air gun (Pneumatic chassis lubriguns)
Pneumatic drill (Pneumatic drills)
Pneumatic vacuum equipment (Pneumatic fluid evacuators)
Pneumatic sanding machines (Pneumatic orbital sanders)
Pneumatic impact wrenches (Pneumatic wrenches)
Power buffers (Polishers)
Power grinders
Pullers (Power pullers)
Power sanders
Pneumatic vacuum equipment (Pressure brake bleeders)
Pry bars
Punches or nail sets or drifts (Punches)
Adjustable widemouth pliers (Radiator hose pinchoff pliers)
Box end wrenches (Ratcheting box wrenches)
Specialty wrenches (Ratcheting gear wrenches)
Ratchets
Reamers
Power saws (Reciprocating saws)
Multi gas monitors (Refrigerant identifiers)
Liquid leak detectors (Refrigerant leak detectors)
Speed sensors (Revolutions per minute RPM gauges)
Rivet tools (Rivet guns)
Lathes (Rotor/drum brake lathes)
Safety glasses
Pneumatic sanding machines (Sandblasters)
Organic light emitting displays (Scan tools)
Trim or molding tools (Scrapers)
Screw extractors (Screw extractor sets)
Scribers
Shears
Brake repair kits (Shoe retaining spring tools)
Pullers (Slide hammers)
Socket sets (Socket wrench sets)
Soldering irons or guns (Soldering irons)
Feeler gauges (Spark plug gapping tools)
Sockets (Spark plug sockets)
Voltage or current meters (Spark plug testers)
Welding or soldering kit (Spot welding kits)
Pressure or steam cleaners (Steam cleaning equipment)
Steering wheel puller (Steering wheel column pivot pin pullers)
Rasps (Stickleback rasps)
Screwdrivers (Straight blade screwdrivers)
Strap wrenches
Wheel balancing equipment (Strobe wheel balancing systems for heavy vehicles)
Tachometers
Tape measures
Taps or dies (Taps)
Circuit tester (Test lights)
Tire changing machines
Pressure indicators (Tire pressure gauges)
Torque wrenches
Torx keys
Jacks (Transmission jacks)
Pipe or tube cutters (Tube cutters)
Tube bending machinery (Tubing benders)
Utility knives
Vacuum gauges
Vacuum pumps
Resurfacers (Valve seating equipment)
Bench vises (Vises)
Voltage or current meters (Voltmeters)
Welding masks
Wheel alignment equipment (Wheel alignment machines)
Wheel balancing equipment (Wheel balancers)
Hammers (Wheel weight hammers)
Winches
Wire brushes
Wire cutters
Stripping tools (Wire strippers)
Workshop cranes
Workshop presses

Technologies Include:

Accounting software

ARSIS Automotive Repair Shop Invoice System software

Analytical or scientific software

Hunter WinAlign
Nexiq Tech HDS Suite for Palm

Data base reporting software

Genisys Fast Fixes
Pathfinder software

Data base user interface and query software

Database software

Facilities management software

Alliance Automotive Shop Controller
Amcom AUTOS2000
CC2/CC3 body shop management software
Mitchell OnDemand5 Manager
Scott Systems MaxxTraxx Pro
Snap-On ShoKey

Information retrieval or search software

Online service manual database software
Technical manual database software

Internet browser software

Internet browser software

Project management software

Estimating software

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Special Requirements

Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

Education: Most occupations automotive technicians 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 data sources for the information displayed here include: Virginia Career VIEW Research.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Knowledge

%	Subject	Description
89.25	Mechanical	Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
85.25	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.
71.50	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.
68.00	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.
67.75	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.
65.25	Computers and Electronics	Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
56.75	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.
52.50	Mathematics	Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Skills

%	Subject	Description
68.75	Repairing	Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
65.50	Operation and Control	Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
62.50	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.
62.50	Operation Monitoring	Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
62.50	Equipment Maintenance	Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
62.50	Troubleshooting	Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
59.50	Complex Problem Solving	Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
59.50	Judgment and Decision Making	Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
53.00	Equipment Selection	Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
53.00	Critical Thinking	Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
53.00	Quality Control Analysis	Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
53.00	Speaking	Talking to others to convey information effectively.
50.00	Active Learning	Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Abilities

%	Subject	Description
75.00	Extent Flexibility	The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
75.00	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.
75.00	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.
72.00	Control Precision	The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
72.00	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 there is a problem.
68.75	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.
68.75	Hearing Sensitivity	The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
65.75	Oral Comprehension	The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
65.75	Selective Attention	The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
65.75	Near Vision	The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
62.50	Auditory Attention	The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
62.50	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.
62.50	Deductive Reasoning	The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
62.50	Inductive Reasoning	The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
59.50	Oral Expression	The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
59.50	Visualization	The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
56.25	Speech Recognition	The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
53.25	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).
53.25	Speech Clarity	The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
53.25	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	Written Comprehension	The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Work Activities

%	Subject	Description
97.75	Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
82.50	Getting Information	Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
77.75	Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
77.50	Documenting/Recording Information	Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
76.75	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.
76.00	Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
75.00	Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material	Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
73.75	Making Decisions and Solving Problems	Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
71.75	Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
68.00	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 of materials.
67.00	Controlling Machines and Processes	Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
63.25	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.
63.00	Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
62.50	Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
62.00	Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment	Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
62.00	Handling and Moving Objects	Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
61.75	Training and Teaching Others	Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
61.75	Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
60.50	Performing for or Working Directly with the Public	Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
60.00	Communicating with Persons Outside Organization	Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
60.00	Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People	Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
58.00	Interacting With Computers	Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
57.50	Thinking Creatively	Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
57.00	Analyzing Data or Information	Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
56.25	Selling or Influencing Others	Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
52.75	Performing Administrative Activities	Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Work Styles

%	Subject	Description
92.00	Attention to Detail	Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
90.75	Dependability	Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
89.25	Integrity	Job requires being honest and ethical.
88.75	Achievement/Effort	Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
80.50	Persistence	Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
80.00	Stress Tolerance	Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
75.50	Initiative	Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
75.00	Analytical Thinking	Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
74.75	Adaptability/Flexibility	Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
73.50	Cooperation	Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
72.00	Self Control	Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
70.75	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.
69.25	Leadership	Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
63.50	Concern for Others	Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
60.75	Innovation	Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
54.00	Social Orientation	Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

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.
55.50	Independence	Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0.

Automotive Specialty Technicians

Work Context

%	Subject	Description
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?
98.20	In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment	How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
97.40	Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
97.20	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?
95.60	Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings	How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
95.60	Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions	How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
95.00	Exposed to Contaminants	How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
94.40	Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results	How do the decisions an employee makes impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company?
94.20	Spend Time Standing	How much does this job require standing?
92.60	Importance of Being Exact or Accurate	How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
91.60	Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body	How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
91.40	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?
91.20	Freedom to Make Decisions	How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
90.60	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?
90.20	Face-to-Face Discussions	How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
89.60	Telephone	How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
87.60	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?
85.40	Exposed to Hazardous Conditions	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
82.40	Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions	How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
81.20	Exposed to Hazardous Equipment	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
78.40	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?
77.80	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?
76.40	Time Pressure	How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
75.60	Consequence of Error	How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
75.00	Physical Proximity	To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
74.40	Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting	How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
71.20	Outdoors, Under Cover	How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
70.20	Coordinate or Lead Others	How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
69.60	Responsible for Others' Health and Safety	How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
68.40	Spend Time Walking and Running	How much does this job require walking and running?
65.40	Letters and Memos	How often does the job require written letters and memos?
62.40	Deal With External Customers	How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
62.20	Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling	How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
61.20	Responsibility for Outcomes and Results	How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
60.20	Work With Work Group or Team	How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
59.60	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?
57.20	Level of Competition	To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
57.00	Frequency of Conflict Situations	How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
56.60	Outdoors, Exposed to Weather	How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
52.80	Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People	How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?

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Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Overall Experience
- Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Job 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. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Examples
- These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include food service managers, electricians, agricultural technicians, legal secretaries, interviewers, and insurance sales agents.
Education
- Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

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Earnings Benefits

Region	Entry Level	Average	Experienced
United States	$20,620.00	$38,560.00	$59,600.00
Virginia	$22,770.00	$42,240.00	$65,790.00

Region	Entry Level	Average	Experienced
Bay Consortium	$24,688.44	$42,753.61	$67,109.28
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	$23,025.59	$45,094.07	$68,892.78
Central VA/Region2000	$21,725.66	$36,685.31	$52,858.41
Crater Area	$20,668.03	$35,100.87	$55,381.85
Greater Peninsula	$22,669.69	$40,487.55	$60,735.35
Hampton Roads	$22,676.73	$39,047.89	$57,111.05
New River/Mt. Rogers	$17,325.24	$29,562.39	$44,479.80
Northern Virginia and Alexandria/Arlington	$26,562.41	$49,578.95	$75,641.71
Piedmont Workforce	$20,665.02	$41,316.97	$63,881.09
Shenandoah Valley	$21,312.46	$34,851.55	$49,363.81
South Central	$18,860.41	$30,312.38	$45,240.86
Southwestern Virginia	$16,512.91	$28,318.77	$44,921.15
West Piedmont	$18,474.36	$33,674.28	$49,184.85
Western Virginia	$21,304.42	$33,295.26	$48,238.82

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

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Employment Projections

National	2010	2020	% Change
United States	723,400	848,200	+ 17.2%

State	2008	2018	% Change
Virginia	23,089	24,071	+ 4.3%

Region	2008	2018	% Change
Bay Consortium	1,265	1,333	+ 5.4%
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	3,568	3,771	+ 5.7%
Central VA/Region2000	719	739	+ 2.8%
Crater Area	431	460	+ 6.7%
Greater Peninsula	1,521	1,613	+ 6.0%
Hampton Roads	3,703	3,793	+ 2.4%
New River/Mt. Rogers	957	1,023	+ 6.9%
Northern Virginia and Alexandria/Arlington	5,989	6,178	+ 3.2%
Piedmont Workforce	1,001	1,066	+ 6.5%
Shenandoah Valley	1,251	1,314	+ 5.0%
South Central	277	290	+ 4.7%
Southwestern Virginia	490	519	+ 5.9%
West Piedmont	482	500	+ 3.7%
Western Virginia	1,184	1,208	+ 2.0%

The data sources for the information displayed here include: Virginia Workforce Connection.

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Related Occupations

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Military Training

The following military job classifications are available for this occupation:

Automotive, General
Construction Equipment
Not Occupationally Qualified, General
Tracked Vehicles

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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
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	5.0
Getting Information	4.5
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	4.0
Documenting/Recording Information	4.0
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment	4.0
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	4.0
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material	4.0
Making Decisions and Solving Problems	4.0
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	4.0
Performing General Physical Activities	3.5
Controlling Machines and Processes	3.5
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	3.5
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	3.5
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	3.5
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment	3.5
Handling and Moving Objects	3.5
Training and Teaching Others	3.5
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	3.5
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public	3.5
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization	3.5
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People	3.5
Interacting With Computers	3.5
Thinking Creatively	3.5
Analyzing Data or Information	3.5
Selling or Influencing Others	3.5
Performing Administrative Activities	3.0
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	3.0
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	3.0
Processing Information	3.0
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment	3.0
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others	3.0
Developing Objectives and Strategies	3.0
Monitoring and Controlling Resources	3.0
Assisting and Caring for Others	3.0
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others	3.0
Scheduling Work and Activities	2.5
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates	2.5
Coaching and Developing Others	2.5
Developing and Building Teams	2.5
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	2.5
Staffing Organizational Units	2.0

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Titles

Aerial Installer
Air Conditioning Specialist
Air Conditioning Technician (A/C Technician)
Air-Conditioning Mechanic
Alignment Specialist
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Maintenance Technician (AFV Maintenance Technician)
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Repair Technician (AFV Repair Technician)
Antenna Installer
Antenna Specialist
Audio Installer
Auto Accessories Installer
Auto Air Conditioning Apprentice
Auto Air Conditioning Installer
Auto Air Conditioning Mechanic
Auto Brake Mechanic
Auto Brake Technician
Auto Engine Mechanic
Auto Headlight Mechanic
Auto Heater Mechanic
Auto Mechanic
Auto Mechanic Apprentice
Auto Radiator Mechanic
Auto Radiator Specialist
Auto Service Mechanic
Auto Wheel Alignment Specialist
Automatic Transmission Mechanic
Automatic Window Seat and Top Lift Repairer
Automobile Mechanic (Auto Mechanic)
Automobile Radiator Mechanic
Automobile Service Advisor
Automobile Service Station Mechanic
Automotive Accessory Installer
Automotive Cooling System Diagnostic Technician
Automotive Repair Technician
Automotive Technician (Auto Technician)
Automotive Worker
Block Mechanic
Body Wirer
Brake Adjuster
Brake Drum Lathe Operator
Brake Liner
Brake Reliner
Brake Repairer
Brake Shoe Rebuilder
Brake Specialist
Brake Technician
Brakeman
Carburetor Expert
Carburetor Mechanic
Carburetor Rebuilder
Carburetor Specialist
Chassis Mechanic
Chassis Wirer
Clutch Mechanic
Clutch Rebuilder
Clutch Specialist
Cylinder Block Mechanic
Diesel Retrofit Installer
Drivability Technician
Electric Vehicle Electrician
Electrical Technician
Emission Technician
Emissions Repair Technician
Engine Mechanic
Floorperson
Frameman
Framer
Front End Alignment Specialist
Front End Mechanic
Front End Specialist
Front End Technician
Fuel Conversion Technician
Fuel Injection Servicer
Fuel Retrofitting Technician
Hand Spring Repairer
Headlight Adjuster
Heater Installer
Heavy Line Technician
Hydramatic Mechanic
Hydramatic Specialist
Hydraulic Mechanic
Hydraulic Specialist
Ignition Expert
Ignition Mechanic
Ignition Specialist
Instrument Repairer
Jeep Mechanic
Light Adjuster
Line Mechanic
Lube Technician
Lubrication Technician
Magneto Specialist
Maintenance Electrician
Mechanic
Motor Block Mechanic
Motor Electrician
Muffler Installer
Muffler Mechanic
Nascar Pit Crew Person
New Car Get-Ready Mechanic
Oil Bay Technician
Power Brake Rebuilder
Race Car Mechanic
Radiator Cleaner
Radiator Mechanic
Radiator Specialist
Radiator Tester
Radio Aerial Installer
Radio Antenna Installer
Radio Installer
Remote Control Mirror Installer
Safety Belt Installer
Speedometer Mechanic
Spring Floor Service Worker
Suspension and Steering Mechanic
Tear Down Man
Tear Down Worker
Technician
Transmission Technician
Trim Technician
Tune-Up Mechanic
Undercar Specialist
Vehicle Fuel Systems Converter
Wheel Adjuster
Wheel Aligner
Wheel Alignment Mechanic
Wheel Alignment Technician
Wheel Tuner
Wheelwright

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