Automotive Technology

Is this you?

• I am self reliant
• I solve problems
• I have mechanical aptitude
• I am detail oriented

Career Opportunities Upon Graduation:

• Alignment Technician
• Tire Repair Technician
• Brake Specialist
• Automotive Assembler
• Lube Oil Filter Tech

With additional Training/Education:

• Transmission Specialist
• Parts Manager
• Service Manager

CERTIFICATIONS:

(*Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Credential Points toward Graduation during your junior and senior years)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Service Technology(*3 points)
• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (*3 points)
• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Brakes (*3 points)
• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Electronic/Electrical System (*3 points)
• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Engine Performance(*3 points)
• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Engine Repair (*3 points)
• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Heating & Air Conditioning (*3 points)
• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Maintenance & Light Repair (*3 points)
• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Manual Drive Train & Axles (*3 points)
• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Suspension & Steering (*3 points)
• Snap On Battery, Starting, and Charging Certification(*3 points)
• Snap On Multimeter Certification (*3 points)
• Snap On Master Rotor Matching (Pro Cut) Certification (*3 points)
• Snap On/Starrett Precision Measuring Instruments
• Certification (SME endorsed)  (*3 points)

To be successful in this field, students must be able to:

• Stand and work on their feet several hours at a time
• Lift 50 pounds
• Perform the job in both hot and cold conditions
• Have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to perform mechanical repairs
• Read & comprehend service manual information and instructions

Typical Wages:

• $12 to $15/hour starting wage
• $23.79/hour—Auto Technician Base Salary
• $45,000-$75,000—Specialist or Manager in    Columbus Area
• $55,608—Automotive Service Advisor
• $63,278—Automotive Service Mgr. (Avg. Salary)

Some Area Employers Include:

McDaniel Motors, Mathews Auto Group, Kevin’s Auto Repair, Precision Towing, Auto Zone, Advanced Auto Parts

Partnering with:

• Northwestern University
  Up to 18 credit hours for Hydraulic Brake Systems, Steering & Suspensions, Services & Procedures
• Lincoln Tech Institute
  Up to 13.5 credit hours for Manual Drive Trains & Axles, Brake Systems, Suspensions & Steering
• Terra Community College

Career Focus:

Prepared for immediate employment and/or college in an advanced auto tech program

Tri-Rivers Career Center  affirms that equal opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, military status, national origin, disability, age, and ancestry of person.