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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Auto Body Technician

  • Plymouth, MA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 6 hours ago

Service Center Plymouth 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...

Autobody Repair Technician

  • Danvers, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Danvers, MA
  • 1 day ago

For a quick application text APPLY1 to 82174 About Dent Wizard Dent Wizard is the nation's undisputed leader in automotive reconditioning services and vehicle protection products - and our success...

Auto Body TECH

  • Foxborough, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA
  • 7 days ago

un Auto Body TECH (FOXBORO) MIKES AUTO RESTORATION image 1 of 14 140 WASHINGTON ST near RT 1 NEXT TO MOMS compensation: Hourly employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Auto Body...

Autobody Painter And Painters Helper

  • Attleboro, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 7 days ago

un AUTOBODY PAINTER AND PAINTERS HELPER (attleboro) compensation: great pay employment type: job title: full time WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A PAINTER, WE ARE A BUSY SHOP, WE OFFER GREAT PAY,...

Auto Body Tech / Painter Top Pay Unlimited Hours

  • Taunton, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Taunton, MA
  • 7 days ago

un ***** AUTO BODY TECH / PAINTER ***** TOP PAY ***** UNLIMITED HOURS (TAUNTON, MA / BRASILEIROS BEM VINDOS) image 1 of 1 compensation: $$$ BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND SPEED $$$ employment type: job...

Automotive Painter

  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago

The Tesla Collision Repair Program is looking for an Automotive Painter to work on one of the most progressive vehicle brands in the world. This position will involve supporting the Collision...

HIRING: Body Man Collision Repair Technician

  • Bellingham, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Bellingham, MA
  • 11 days ago

un HIRING: Body Man - Collision Repair Technician (Bellingham) Liberty Auto Body 30 Westminster St compensation: Top pay for top talent employment type: job title: Body Man - Collision Repair...

Parts Manager and Auto Body Technician

  • Quincy, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 14 days ago

Parts Manager and Auto Body Technician (QUINCY) SCHLAGER AUTO BODY REPAIR, INC. 299 CENTRE STREET compensation: ACCORDING TO EXPERIENCE employment type: experience level: mid level job title:...

Auto Body Painter / Prepper

  • Springfield, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 15 days ago

Auto Body Painter / Prepper (Springfield MA) Felix Auto Body Inc. 76 Lansing Place near Dickinson Street compensation: to be discussed employment type: job title: Auto Body Painter / Auto Body...

Auto Body Technician

  • Boston, MA
  • 21 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 21 days ago

un AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN (Hyde Park) Coyne Collision & Restoration compensation: PAY WILL BE DETERMINED BY SKILL LEVEL employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Auto Body Tech...

Automotive Painter

  • Watertown, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Watertown, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Service Center Watertown - Summit JOB SUMMARY Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose duties, which may include, but not limited to:...

Auto Body Tech & Mechanic Trainees

  • Brockton, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brockton, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Bumper to Bumper has been serving Brockton, Whitman, Easton, Stoughton,the Bridgewaters, and the rest of the South Shore since 1990! We arecurrently hiring for full and part time Auto Body Tech &...

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
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Full-Time, 40 hours/week Starting at \$17 up to \$30 \* Compensationbased upon experience. Benefits: Sick leave and Paid Holidays Auto BodyTechnician: - Repairs vehicles per estimate and according...

Autobody Painter

  • Westborough, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Westborough, MA
  • 45+ 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...

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
35.6%
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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