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Automotive Technician |
Makes a living diagnosing, servicing, and repairing cars, vans, and light trucks |
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Service station attendant |
Requires little mechanical experience, yet provides an excellent learning experience |
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Apprentice |
Helper mechanic works under the direction of an experienced technician |
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Specialized technician |
An expert in one area of automotive repair such as engines, brakes, electrical, or other areas |
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Master / general technician |
An experienced professional who has mastered all the specialized areas of automotive technology and is capable of working on almost any part of a vehicle |
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Shop supervisor |
In charge of all the other technicians in the service facility |
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Service manager |
Responsible for the complete service and repair operation of a large repair facility |
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Auto parts specialist |
Must have a general knowledge of the components and systems of a vehicle |
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Service writer / advisor |
Prepares work orders for vehicles entering the shop for repair or service |
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Service dispatcher |
Must select, organize, and assign technicians to perform each auto repair |
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Auto salesperson |
Informs potential buyers of the features and equipment on a vehicle while trying to make a sale |
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Automotive designer |
Has art training and can make sketches or models of new body and part designs |
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Automotive engineer |
Designs new and improved automotive systems and parts |
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Automotive instructors |
Our experienced technicians capable of sharing their knowledge effectively |
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Cooperative training program |
These programs allow you to earn school credit and a wage by working in a commercial repair shop |
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National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) |
A non-profit, non-affiliated organization formed to help ensure the highest standards in automotive service |
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ASE certification |
A program in which persons take written test to prove their knowledge of automotive technology |
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ASE certified automobile technician |
Granted for each ASE test passed |
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ASE Certified Master automobile technician |
Previously called certified general technician, is granted when all 8 automobile tests have been passed |
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Entreprenuer |
Someone who starts a business, such as a muffler shop, tune up shop, parts house, or similar facility |