Details Report

Updated 2004

Details Report for:
49-3021.00 - Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.

Sample of reported job titles: Auto Body Technician, Auto Body Man, Auto Body Repairman, Automotive Painter, Auto Body Repair Technician, Body and Frame Man, Automotive Refinisher, Body and Frame Technician, Auto Body Painter

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
85	Core	File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
83	Core	Sand body areas to be painted and cover bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint.
82	Core	Follow supervisors' instructions as to which parts to restore or replace and how much time the job should take.
82	Core	Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches, and install replacement parts using wrenches or welding equipment.
81	Core	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.
81	Core	Prime and paint repaired surfaces, using paint sprayguns and motorized sanders.
81	Core	Inspect repaired vehicles for dimensional accuracy and test drive them to ensure proper alignment and handling.
79	Core	Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas.
78	Core	Chain or clamp frames and sections to alignment machines that use hydraulic pressure to align damaged components.
78	Core	Fill small dents that cannot be worked out with plastic or solder.
77	Core	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.
75	Core	Position dolly blocks against surfaces of dented areas and beat opposite surfaces to remove dents, using hammers.
70	Core	Remove damaged panels, and identify the family and properties of the plastic used on a vehicle.
70	Core	Review damage reports, prepare or review repair cost estimates, and plan work to be performed.
68	Core	Remove small pits and dimples in body metal using pick hammers and punches.
67	Core	Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle bodies and fenders.
67	Core	Clean work areas, using air hoses, to remove damaged material and discarded fiberglass strips used in repair procedures.
66	Core	Adjust or align headlights, wheels, and brake systems.
63	Core	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.
60	Core	Soak fiberglass matting in resin mixtures, and apply layers of matting over repair areas to specified thicknesses.
69	Supplemental	Cut openings in vehicle bodies for the installation of customized windows, using templates and power shears or chisels.
66	Supplemental	Fit and secure windows, vinyl roofs, and metal trim to vehicle bodies, using caulking guns, adhesive brushes, and mallets.
66	Supplemental	Read specifications or confer with customers to determine the desired custom modifications for altering the appearance of vehicles.
58	Supplemental	Replace damaged glass on vehicles.
56	Supplemental	Measure and mark vinyl material and cut material to size for roof installation, using rules, straightedges, and hand shears.

Tools & Technology Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Tools used in this occupation:

Blow torches — Oxyacetylene torches

Gas welding or brazing or cutting apparatus — Brazing equipment; Gas arc welding equipment

Gauges or inspection fixtures — Dial indicators; Telescoping gauges

Hammers — Dent hammers; Pick hammers

Jacks — Hydraulic jacks

Metal cutters — Double-edged cutter tools; Panel cutters; Pneumatic metal cutting guns

Pneumatic hammer — Air chisels; Air hammers; Pneumatic hammers; Pneumatic smoothing hammers

Power buffers — Buffing machines; Machine polishers; Portable buffers

Pullers — Pick pull rods; Pull rods; Slide hammers; T pullers

Shears — Foot shears; Hand shears; Power shears

Trim or molding tools — Crown spoons; Door skin dollies; Toe dollies; Universal railroad dollies (see all 9 examples)

Welding tools — Resistance spot welding equipment; Spot weld breakers

Wheel alignment equipment — Alignment machines; Frame alignment equipment

Workshop presses — Drill presses; Hand brakes

Technology used in this occupation:

Accounting software — Accounts receivable software

Analytical or scientific software — Collision damage estimation software; Collision damage measurement software; Paint mixing and matching software; Swan River Estimiser Pro

Calendar and scheduling software — Appointment scheduling software

Data base user interface and query software — AutoZone ALLDATA; Equipment management information software

Inventory management software — Materials management software

Point of sale POS software — Automotive and Accounting Software by R*KOM Invoice Writer

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Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
68		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
58		Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
54		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
51		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
49		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
44		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
44		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
40		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
40		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
39		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
33		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
32		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
29		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
26		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
25		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
25		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
24		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
24		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
23		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
23		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
21		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
19		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
19		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
18		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
14		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
14		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
10		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
10		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
10		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
9		Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
5		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
4		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
4		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
71		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
69		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
61		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
54		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
53		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
53		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
51		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
51		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
50		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
46		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
45		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
44		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
44		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
44		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
43		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
42		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
41		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
40		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
39		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
39		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
38		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
38		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
37		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
37		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
36		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
36		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
36		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
35		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
33		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
33		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
30		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
30		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
27		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
25		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
16		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Ability
69		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
69		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
66		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
66		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
66		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
66		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
63		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
60		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
60		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
56		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
56		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
56		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
56		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
56		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
56		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
56		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
53		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
53		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
53		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
53		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
53		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
53		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
50		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
50		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
50		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
50		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
47		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
47		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
47		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
47		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
47		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
44		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
44		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
41		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
41		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
41		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
41		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
41		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
38		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
38		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
38		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
38		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
35		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
35		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
31		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
31		Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
31		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
28		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
28		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.
28		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
19		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
13		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
66		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications
64		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft. test operate vehicles before or after repair
60		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. obtain information from clients, customers, or patients read technical drawings read vehicle manufacturer's specifications read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
59		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
57		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. apply filler substances to dents in vehicle bodies cut metal or plastic fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand file, sand, grind, or polish metal or plastic objects install or repair windshields or other glass in motor vehicles laminate objects mix paint, ingredients, or chemicals, according to specifications stretch, bend, straighten, shape, pound, or press metal or plastic
57		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. determine project methods and procedures
56		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. use combination welding procedures use oral or written communication techniques
52		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. identify base metals for welding identify properties of metals for repair or fabrication activities recognize characteristics of alloys recognize characteristics of metals understand service or repair manuals understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
52		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
50		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). burn (cut), trim, or scarf metal objects control operation of compressors fabricate sheet metal parts or items operate sheet metal fabrication machines use acetylene welding/cutting torch use arc welding equipment use auto or vehicular body repair equipment use hand or power tools use lifting equipment in vehicle repair setting use pneumatic tools use precision measuring devices in mechanical repair work use soldering equipment use spray paint equipment weld together metal parts, components, or structures
50		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings build or repair structures in construction, repair, or manufacturing setting clean rooms or work areas mask vehicle body in preparation for painting move or fit heavy objects prime or paint vehicle or transportation equipment surfaces repair sheet metal products repair vehicle body parts
47		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
45		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
44		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. adhere to safety procedures perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
43		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
42		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
42		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. determine installation, service, or repair needed estimate time or cost for installation, repair, or construction projects
42		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. measure, weigh, or count products or materials
39		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
39		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. align or adjust clearances of mechanical components or parts align or adjust clearances of vehicle body parts or components align vehicle frame examine vehicle to detect malfunctions, damage, or maintenance needed maintain welding machines or equipment repair commercial transportation equipment
37		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
37		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
36		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
36		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. use airbrush techniques
33		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
33		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. maintain repair records
33		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
33		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
29		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
28		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
25		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
25		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
24		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
24		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
23		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
22		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
19		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
19		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
18		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
17		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
13		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Context		Work Context
95		Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
95		Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
94		Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
94		Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?
92		Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
89		Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
87		Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
86		Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
85		Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.
85		Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
85		Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
84		Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
83		Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
82		Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
82		Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
75		Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
74		Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
73		Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
72		Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
71		Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — How do the decisions an employee makes impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company?
70		Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
68		Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
66		Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
66		Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
65		Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
63		Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
62		Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
62		Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
61		Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?
58		Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
58		Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
54		Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
54		Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
53		Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
50		Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
48		Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
47		Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
47		Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?
44		Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
33		Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
32		Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
30		In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
30		Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?
28		Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
21		Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?
21		Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?
13		In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?
12		Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
11		Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?
8		Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
5		Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?
5		Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?
3		Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?
2		Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?
1		Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?
0		Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?
0		Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?

Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Component	Description
Title	Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed

Overall Experience	Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a teller might benefit from experience working directly with the public, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be a teller with little difficulty.

Job Training	Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

Job Zone Examples	These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include sheet metal workers, forest fire fighters, customer service representatives, pharmacy technicians, salespersons (retail), and tellers.

SVP Range	(4.0 to < 6.0)

Education	These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

There are 3 recognized apprenticeable specialties associated with this occupation:
Automobile-Body Repairer; Service Mechanic (Automobile Manufacturing); Truck-Body Builder

To learn about specific apprenticeship opportunities, please consult the U.S. Department of Labor State Apprenticeship Information website.

For general information about apprenticeships, training, and partnerships with business, visit the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship website.

Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Occupational Interest		Interest
94		Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
39		Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
28		Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
28		Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
22		Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
11		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Style
84		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
80		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
75		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
71		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
70		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
70		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
68		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
68		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
68		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
67		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
67		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
67		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
64		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
61		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
56		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
55		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
56		Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
53		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
51		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
49		Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
45		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
34		Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

Work Needs Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Need
75		Moral Values — Workers on th

Details Report for: 49-3021.00 - Automotive Body and Related Repairers