1. Automotive Technician Keep America Moving By Gerardo Peraza

2. Job Description Auto Technicians repair cars They complete safety inspections They perform maintenance services

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

4. Tools Drills Cutting tools Spray guns Impact Drills Air compressors

5. Equipment Alignment machines Pressers Auto lifts Brake Lathe machines

6. Education The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification Computer training Community college degree

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

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

9. Growth Potential and Career Outlook The 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 Training Experience working on motor vehicles in the Armed Forces Working on motor vehicles as a hobby Training in mathematics and understanding technical manuals

11. Related Careers Mechanical engineering Small engine mechanic Auto body or collision repair Diesel service technician or mechanic Heavy vehicle and mobile equipment service mechanic

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