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

  • Somerset, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Somerset, MA
  • 2 hours ago

to jack and support a vehicle on jack stands Ability to set-up Oxy-Acetylene torches Ability to set-up a MIG welder and produce stitch and plug weld Perform non-structural repairs - completed small dent...

Auto Body Repair Tech

  • Worcester, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 5 days ago

Auto Body Repair Tech (Worcester) compensation: Hourly employment type: job title: Auto Body Repair Tech Immediate opening for an experienced Repair Tech. Full Time. Must have experience in dent...

Automotive Painter

  • Watertown, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Watertown, MA
  • 8 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
  • 11 days ago
  • Brockton, MA
  • 11 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
  • 13 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 13 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 Collision Technician

  • Worcester, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 13 days ago

Are you a highly motivated, quality-driven, and reliable Auto Body Technician? Do you want to work for a customer-focused company that values PEOPLE and PROCESSES while working alongside those...

Autobody & paint technicians wanted

  • Brewster, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Brewster, MA
  • 14 days ago

un Autobody & paint technicians wanted!!!!! (Brewster) Cape Cod Dustless Blasting 4053 Main Street compensation: To be discussed employment type: job title: Paint & Autobody Techs needed Cape Cod...

Auto Body Painter

  • Quincy, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 15 days ago

un Auto Body Painter (Quincy) Ayers Collison Center 440 B EAST SQUANTUM STREET compensation: Per Discussion employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Auto Body Painter Ayers...

Auto Body Technician

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 22 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 22 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...

Automotive Repair Technician - great pay, benefits and hours

  • Hanover, MA
  • 23 days ago
  • Hanover, MA
  • 23 days 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
  • 26 days ago
  • Westborough, MA
  • 26 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
  • 27 days ago
  • Charlton, MA
  • 27 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...

Collision Repair/Body Technician - Ira Collision Center

  • Danvers, MA
  • 27 days ago
  • Danvers, MA
  • 27 days ago

Overview Ira Collision Center in Danvers is Hiring Collision Repair Technicians Excellent Earning Potential of $75,000 to $135,000 + per Year! Flat Rate Pay with a *Minimum Weekly Flat Rate...

Auto Body Painter

  • Revere, MA
  • 28 days ago
  • Revere, MA
  • 28 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Weymouth, MA
  • 30+ 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...

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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