Automotive Body and Related Repairers
Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.
SOC: 49-3021.00
Common Job Titles
Auto Body ManAutomotive Body Technician (Auto Body Tech)Body ManBody Technician (Body Tech)
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Automotive Body and Related Repairers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
155,220
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $36,390 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $87,040 |
| Workers on average earn | $58,830 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Mechanical3.6/5
- Customer and Personal Service3.3/5
- Production and Processing3.1/5
- Mathematics3.0/5
- English Language3.0/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Word
Technology Skills
Accounting softwareAccounts receivable softwareAppointment scheduling softwareAutoZone ALLDATAAutomotive and Accounting Software by R*KOM Invoice WriterCollision damage estimation softwareCollision damage measurement softwareEquipment management information software
Tools & Equipment
Adjustable widemouth pliersAdjustable wrenchesAir chiselsAir compressorsAir hammersAir pressure gaugesAlignment machinesAlignment squares