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Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.

Tasks
25 tasks22 core, 3 supplemental
Family
Installation, Maintenance & RepairOne of its 52 occupations
Code
49-3021.00SOC 2018: 49-3021

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22 core tasks and 3 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.Core taskTask 2933Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  2. Task 2. Inspect 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.Core taskTask 18580Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  3. Task 3. Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment, and grind down welds to smooth them, using power grinders and other tools.Core taskTask 2943Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  4. Task 4. Prime and paint repaired surfaces, using paint sprayguns and motorized sanders.Core taskTask 2938Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  5. Task 5. Follow supervisors' instructions as to which parts to restore or replace and how much time the job should take.Core taskTask 2935Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  6. Task 6. Sand body areas to be painted and cover bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint.Core taskTask 2934Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2019
  7. Task 7. Chain or clamp frames and sections to alignment machines that use hydraulic pressure to align damaged components.Core taskTask 2941Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  8. Task 8. Position dolly blocks against surfaces of dented areas and beat opposite surfaces to remove dents, using hammers.Core taskTask 2944Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  9. Task 9. 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.Core taskTask 2937Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  10. Task 10. Review damage reports, prepare or review repair cost estimates, and plan work to be performed.Core taskTask 2946Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  11. Task 11. Fill small dents that cannot be worked out with plastic or solder.Core taskTask 2942Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  12. Task 12. Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches, and install replacement parts using wrenches or welding equipment.Core taskTask 2936Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  13. Task 13. Remove small pits and dimples in body metal, using pick hammers and punches.Core taskTask 2947Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  14. Task 14. Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle bodies and fenders.Core taskTask 2948Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  15. Task 15. Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas.Core taskTask 2940Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  16. Task 16. Fit and secure windows, vinyl roofs, and metal trim to vehicle bodies, using caulking guns, adhesive brushes, and mallets.Core taskTask 2954Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  17. Task 17. Adjust or align headlights, wheels, and brake systems.Core taskTask 2950Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  18. Task 18. Replace damaged glass on vehicles.Core taskTask 2956Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  19. Task 19. Remove damaged panels, and identify the family and properties of the plastic used on a vehicle.Core taskTask 2945Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  20. Task 20. Apply heat to plastic panels, using hot-air welding guns or immersion in hot water, and press the softened panels back into shape by hand.Core taskTask 2951Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  21. Task 21. Clean work areas, using air hoses, to remove damaged material and discarded fiberglass strips used in repair procedures.Core taskTask 2949Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  22. Task 22. Soak fiberglass matting in resin mixtures and apply layers of matting over repair areas to specified thicknesses.Core taskTask 2952Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  23. Task 23. Read specifications or confer with customers to determine the desired custom modifications for altering the appearance of vehicles.Supplemental taskTask 2955Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2019
  24. Task 24. Cut openings in vehicle bodies for the installation of customized windows, using templates and power shears or chisels.Supplemental taskTask 2953Rated by 47 people who do the job, August 2019
  25. Task 25. Measure and mark vinyl material and cut material to size for roof installation, using rules, straightedges, and hand shears.Supplemental taskTask 2957Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2019

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    O*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 49-3021
  3. License
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