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Automotive Body and Related Repairers
Description
Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.
Common Tasks
- File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
- Follow supervisors' instructions as to which parts to restore or replace and how much time the job should take.
- Sand body areas to be painted and cover bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint.
- Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches, and install replacement parts using wrenches or welding equipment.
- Cut and tape plastic separating film to outside repair areas to avoid damaging surrounding surfaces during repair procedure and remove tape and wash surfaces after repairs are complete.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $20.82 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $15.79 and $29.41 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $43,305.80 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $32,838.37 and $61,176.27 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 950 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 13.7% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 1,080.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $18.00 with the median annual salary reaching $39,018.
