Automotive Body and Related Repairers
SOC Code: 49-3021 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Automotive Body and Related Repairers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $45,323 | $72,342 | $99,341 | $126,360 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $44,720 | $70,429 | $96,138 | $121,846 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $42,973 | $66,144 | $89,294 | $112,466 |
| Bellingham, WA | $42,598 | $65,146 | $87,672 | $110,219 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $45,011 | $62,338 | $79,643 | $96,970 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $41,808 | $59,821 | $77,854 | $95,867 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $41,205 | $59,363 | $77,501 | $95,659 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $42,557 | $59,904 | $77,251 | $94,598 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $43,930 | $60,549 | $77,147 | $93,766 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $41,246 | $58,427 | $75,629 | $92,810 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Repairing | 3.2 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.1 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Active Learning | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 3.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.2 |
| Production and Processing | 3.1 |
| Mathematics | 3.0 |
| English Language | 3.0 |
| Transportation | 3.0 |
| Engineering and Technology | 2.8 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 42.0% |
| Some college | 34.6% |
| Less than high school | 23.4% |
Typical Tasks
- File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
- Sand body areas to be painted and cover bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint.
- Follow supervisors' instructions as to which parts to restore or replace and how much time the job should take.
- 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.
- Prime and paint repaired surfaces, using paint sprayguns and motorized sanders.
- Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas.
- Chain or clamp frames and sections to alignment machines that use hydraulic pressure to align damaged components.
Technology Skills
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