Collision Repair and Refinish
AUTOMOTIVE AND MACHINE REPAIR
Job Corps’ Collision Repair and Refinish training program provides students with the opportunity to receive hands-on training in different types of collision repair work and develop multiple skill sets. The various course offerings include nonstructural analysis and damage repair, painting and refinishing, structural analysis and damage repair, and mechanical and electrical components. A summary of the skills taught in each course and the career options available to graduates are outlined below.
Career Details
Skills
Students in Collision Repair and Refinish are trained in the following subject areas:
- Repairing and refinishing automotive vehicle bodies and straightening vehicle frames
- Replacing or repairing broken windshields and window glass
- Reviewing damage reports, preparing or reviewing repair cost estimates, and planning work to be performed
- Sanding body areas to be painted and covering bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint
- Following supervisors’ instructions, such as which parts to restore or replace and how much time the job should take
Requirements
Before entering the program, students must:
- Complete all required activity in the Career Preparation Period, including Career Exploration and Career Success/Workplace Skills.
- Meet basic academic requirements in math and reading.
Credentials
As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages, and promotions.
Expectations
While on the job, you will be expected to display the following traits at all times:
- Attention to detail
- Commitment to safety
- Cooperation
- Dependability
- Initiative
- Physical endurance
Collision Repair and Refinish Numbers to Know
$43K
National average earning potential for this career
Completion times vary by training area. Check with your admissions advisor.
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