Hard Skills
AdvancedPaint Color MatchingThe ability to accurately blend and mix automotive paints using color variants and computerized scales to achieve an exact match with existing vehicle finishes.
IntermediateCollision Damage EstimationThe process of identifying structural and cosmetic damage to vehicles to provide detailed cost projections for parts, labor, and materials.
BeginnerSurface PreparationPreparing vehicle surfaces for painting through cleaning, sanding, masking, and applying primers to ensure optimal adhesion.
AdvancedMIG and Resistance Spot WeldingTechniques used to join metal automotive components while maintaining structural integrity and meeting manufacturer specifications.
IntermediateVOC and Environmental ComplianceKnowledge and application of regulations regarding Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and hazardous waste disposal in a body shop environment.
IntermediateAuto Glass ReplacementThe removal of damaged windshields and side glass and the precise installation of new glass using specialized adhesives and primers.
AdvancedFrame Straightening and AlignmentUsing heavy machinery and measuring systems to return a vehicle's frame or unibody to its original factory dimensions.