Collision repair technician, Kaihangarau tinana waka
Also known as
- Panelbeater, automotive refinisher, automotive body repairer
Collision repair technicians repair, replace and refinish damaged vehicle bodies and parts. They may also do structural and interior repairs.
Your pay could be
$23
Lower
$25 to $37
Most common
$43
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Collision repair technicians
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work in vehicle repair and refinishing workshops
- may work in loud, dirty and hazardous conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be accurate, methodical and safety conscious
Tasks
- Smooth surfaces of objects or equipment.
- Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning.
- Install vehicle parts or accessories.
- Operate welding equipment.
- Paint surfaces or equipment.
- Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.
- Apply protective coverings to objects or surfaces near work areas.
- Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
- Cut materials according to specifications or needs.
- Remove dents from equipment, materials, tools or structures.
You usually need to do training to become a collision repair technician.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Collision Repair and Automotive Refinishing (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Collision Repair (Non-Structural Repair) (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Collision Repair (Structural Repair) (Level 5)
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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