Automotive
Pathway Description:
Automobile service technicians and mechanics, often called service technicians or service techs, inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks. To become a master automobile mechanic, students can complete the Automobile Maintenance & Light Repair pathway then take the end of pathway assessment in Automobile Maintenance & Light Repair offered by the National Institute for Automobile Service Excellence (ASE) in collaboration with NATEF/AYES/SkillsUSA. Students completing the Automobile Service Technician pathway may take the end of pathway assessment in Automobile Service Technology offered by the National Institute for Automobile Service Excellence (ASE) in collaboration with NATEF/AYES/SkillsUSA. Students completing the Master Automobile Service Technician pathway may take the end of pathway assessment in Master Automobile Service Technician offered by the National Institute for Automobile Service Excellence (ASE) in collaboration with NATEF/AYES/SkillsUSA.
Most automobile service technicians and mechanics work in well‐ventilated and well‐lit repair shops. Although mechanical problems can often be fixed with computers, technicians perform many tasks with greasy parts and tools, while sometimes in uncomfortable positions. Service technicians work on traditional mechanical components, such as engines, transmissions, belts, and hoses. However, they must also be familiar with a growing number of electro systems. Braking, transmission, and steering systems, for example, are controlled primarily by computers and electronic components. Other integrated electronic systems, such as accident‐avoidance sensors, are becoming common as well. In addition, a growing number of technicians are required to work on vehicles that run on alternative fuels, such as ethanol and electricity.
Some employers prefer automobile service technicians and mechanics who have completed a formal training program in a postsecondary institution. Industry certification is usually required once the person is employed. Students may also consider state‐registered apprenticeships for additional training after high school. http://www.doleta.gov/oa/ Employment of automobile service technicians and mechanics is expected to grow 17 percent from 2014 to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Job opportunities for qualified job seekers should be very good.
Target Career:
- Someone who fixes cars
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