Automotive Body Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

An Automotive Body Technician plays an integral role in the automotive industry by repairing damaged vehicle bodies and body parts, from minor dent removal and repair to full body restorations. They also reconstruct vehicle frames and align vehicles, restore corrosion protection and refinish vehicle bodies and body parts. They utilize their expertise with various tools, materials, and equipment, along with their keen eye for detail, to restore vehicles to their optimal condition. Skillful use of diagnostic tools and understanding the intricacies of vehicle structures are essential in this role, as well as a deep knowledge of various materials' repair processes.

Prior to becoming an Automotive Body Technician, one could hold roles such as an Auto Body Repair Apprentice, Automotive Paint Technician, or Automotive Body Shop Helper. These positions provide foundational skills and knowledge about vehicle structures and repair processes, as well as hands-on experience in a body shop environment. In terms of qualifications, a High School Diploma or GED is generally required, with many employers preferring candidates who have completed postsecondary training in automotive body repair. It is also crucial to have certifications from recognized bodies such as the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) or I-CAR (Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair). These certifications showcase the technician's commitment to continuous learning and adherence to industry standards.

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Automotive Repair Technician - great pay, benefits and hours

  • Hanover, MA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hanover, MA
  • 12 hours ago

From tune-ups, brakes, transmission service, engine replacements, and flashing and updating PCMs with new software. You name it, we do it!...

Autobody Painter

  • Westborough, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Westborough, MA
  • 4 days ago

What you will do Essential responsibilities Perform paint retouching, post-paint finishing, waxing and buffing to make cars look as good as new Carry out dent repair, masking, sanding and grinding to...

Experienced Auto Body Technician - Guaranteed Full Time Hours

  • Charlton, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlton, MA
  • 4 days ago

Experienced Auto Body Technician - Guaranteed Full Time Hours (Charlton, MA) compensation: Competitive compensation based on experience and skill level employment type: job title: Auto Body...

Auto Body Technicians Wanted

  • Seekonk, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Seekonk, MA
  • 5 days ago

Established, busy auto body repair shop looking for autobody men to help with our increasing workload. A- and B- class techs wanted. Applicants MUST have: -Tools befitting their level of ability...

Auto Body Painter

  • Revere, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Revere, MA
  • 5 days ago

AUTO BODY PAINTER (Revere) compensation: HOURLY employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Painter Experienced auto painter needed for busy shop. Top $$$$ paid. Please call .... Need...

Auto Body Tech

  • Weymouth, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Weymouth, MA
  • 8 days ago

auto body tech compensation: pay based on experience and skills employment type: job title: collision tech seeking talented metal repair/fabrication person for collision damaged vehicles current...

Auto Body Technician

  • Marlborough, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA
  • 14 days ago

un AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN (Marlborough, MA) Ultra Shine Collision Inc. 62 Lacombe St compensation: Competitive employment type: job title: Auto Body Technician AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN - A or B Level...

Auto Body Tech

  • Rowley, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Rowley, MA
  • 17 days ago

un Auto Body Tech (Rowley) compensation: Hourly employment type: job title: Auto Body Technician We are a full service collision repair shop seeking an auto body technician to perform start to...

Auto Body Technician

  • Bedford, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Bedford, MA
  • 17 days ago

Service Center Bedford JOB SUMMARY Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for an Auto Body Technician who will safely repair vehicles in accordance with Caliber and OEM standards using our...

Experienced Auto Body Repair Technician

  • Framingham, MA
  • 19 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 19 days ago

Repair) roles Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car...

Experienced Automotive Paint Technician-Signing Bonus

  • Springfield, MA
  • 21 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 21 days ago

What You Need: Auto Painting Experience:1-2 years preferred. Vision Abilities:Close, distance, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment....

Auto body Tech

  • Foxborough, MA
  • 29 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA
  • 29 days ago

un Auto body Tech (FOXBORO) MIKES AUTO RESTORATION image 1 of 3 140 WASHINGTON ST compensation: HOURLY - employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Auto body tech If you looking to...

Collision Technician

  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Collision Technician Job Category Vehicle Service Location Boston, Massachusetts Req. ID 121447 Job Type Full-time What to Expect The Tesla Collision Repair Program is looking for a Collision...

HIRING NOW Experienced Auto Body Repair Technician

  • Framingham, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Repair) roles Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car...

Auto Body Technician

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Auto Body Technician is responsible for preparing the vehicles and parts for final paint and the preparation and finishing of the vehicles and parts. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Prepare surface for...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Automotive Body Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAutomotiveProfessionals research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Automotive Body Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Automotive Body Technicians in Massachusetts offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.6%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Bachelor's Degree
10.3%
Master's Degree
3.7%
Some College
2.6%
Some High School
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Automotive Body Technicians in Massachusetts
None
41.4%
Less than 1 year
28.9%
4-6 years
13.0%
2-4 years
7.0%
1-2 years
4.9%
10+ years
4.9%


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