Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Core tasks

1. 01File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
2. 02Inspect repaired vehicles for proper functioning, completion of work, dimensional accuracy, and overall appearance of paint job, and test-drive vehicles to ensure proper alignment and handling.
3. 03Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment, and grind down welds to smooth them, using power grinders and other tools.
4. 04Prime and paint repaired surfaces, using paint sprayguns and motorized sanders.
5. 05Follow supervisors' instructions as to which parts to restore or replace and how much time the job should take.
6. 06Sand body areas to be painted and cover bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint.

Model drivers (O*NET 1–5)

• Repeating same tasks2.87
• Degree of automation1.65
• Time sitting1.65
• Originality (ability)2.88
• Conflict situations2.66
• Hands-on objects/tools4.95
• Outdoors / weather2.02
• Disease exposure1.00
• Decision freedom4.14

Top abilities

• Arm-Hand Steadiness3.50
• Visualization3.38
• Manual Dexterity3.38
• Visual Color Discrimination3.25
• Problem Sensitivity3.25
• Oral Comprehension3.25
• Near Vision3.25
• Information Ordering3.25

Essential skills

• Reading Comprehension2.88
• Active Listening3.00
• Writing2.38
• Speaking3.00
• Mathematics2.12
• Science1.25
• Critical Thinking3.00
• Active Learning2.88
• Learning Strategies2.25
• Monitoring3.00