Tasks

Estimate repair cost based on damage examination report
Inspect repaired vehicles
Plan repair work to be performed
Professionalism in customer service
Test drive vehicles for proper handling
Clean and maintain work space
Instruct apprentices
Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components
File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired
Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting
Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers
Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place
Apply primers and repaint surfaces
Repair or replace interior components
Repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroofs
Mix paint, blend and match colors
Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams
Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment

Work conditions and physical capabilities