Training for a new career can be exciting, and working as an automotive technician offers opportunities to work on many different vehicles, solving unique and challenging issues daily. While you can work as a tech in a garage that does many different things, you can also choose to specialize in one specific field like air conditioning, auto body repair, or many other parts of the automotive repair industry. 

Automotive Technician Training

If you have some experience working on cars and trucks that you want to use to start a career, the best place to start is career training. Most automotive technician jobs require some formal training, and while your hands-on experience can be helpful, modern cars and trucks have so many complicated systems that most shops are looking for techs that can work on them.

Training programs within the automotive repair industry can help you take your understanding of cars and turn it into certifications that allow you to compete for auto technician jobs that pay well and offer you the best opportunities for future growth. Some auto manufacturers have training programs specifically for their cars and trucks, and there are many training programs available that you can attend as well. 

Starting with a general program and then applying to a factory training program is often the best way to get into a shop you are interested in. If you want to work on performance cars, for instance, a factory training program for a performance car manufacturer could be the way to go and will help when applying to dealerships that sell and service those brands.

General Repair

Not every auto technician wants to work on specific vehicles, so if you are interested in running your shop, or working in a garage that works on many different customer vehicles, general auto technician jobs are plentiful. Often these jobs allow you to gain a broader experience, working on many different vehicles or makes and models. The pay can also be very good for techs that work quickly to resolve problems and make necessary repairs.

Having to diagnose and repair everything from minor engine issues to the drivetrain, suspension, and electrical system issues can add some challenge to the job and create satisfaction at the end of the day that makes you proud of what you do. This kind of experience in the industry often opens up more auto technician jobs in other shops. It can also allow you to qualify for advanced training programs that can help you improve your skills and become a valuable asset to any shop looking for well training techs.   

For more information, contact a local automotive technician.