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Gearheads Wanted: Opportunities for Those Willing to Learn
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According to the US Department of Transportation, there are more than 225 million registered automobiles in the US, with roughly 840,000 auto technician/mechanic jobs in the US, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). In other words, opportunities in this industry are vast. Wherever there are cars, there will be a need for those who can fix them. But that's not to say any old grease monkey is a hot commodity. "I think there is ... more
E-Training for Auto Techs
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For auto techs, learning outside the classroom used to mean hours toiling over dry technical manuals. But continuing your auto tech education now is more likely to involve working on a computer -- either online or with a DVD training program. The e-learning revolution has come to your neighborhood repair shop. Are you ready for the changes? Weigh these reasons for choosing e-learning, and get the lowdown on how to log on to a program. The Co... more
Ethics in Moonlighting
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It often starts small -- you do a job or two for friends and neighbors. In exchange for a relatively simple auto maintenance or repair procedure, you take a few dollars and don't think much more about it. Then a friend of that neighbor calls, and the next thing you know, you have a nice little business on the side. But what are the ethics involved in burning the midnight oil as an auto technician? Keep the Boss Informed Doing an occasional j... more
Ace the Auto Job Interview
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Getting your dream auto-technician job largely depends on how you do at the interview. Preparing just a little can give you a huge advantage when it comes to getting the offer. Before your next interview, be prepared to: Answer Open-Ended Questions "We ask only open-ended questions during the interview process," says Bill Filley, mechanical division director for the Automotive Service Association and owner of Prairie Road Automotive in ... more
Opportunities Run Sky-High for Aircraft Mechanics
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"Aviation is getting bigger, faster and more high tech," says Brian Finnegan, president of the Professional Aviation Maintenance Association. Although major US airlines have been struggling, general aviation companies and smaller jet and aircraft manufacturers are seeking new talent to work as aircraft mechanics as the existing workforce ages. "We see lots of opportunities - it's coming back in spades," he says. With developments such as ... more
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