Chain or clamp the frames to alignment machines to restore damaged sections to their original shape. Pull out less serious dents with hand tools. Body repairers often work in awkward or cramped positions, and much of their work is strenuous and dirty.
Body shops can be noisy.
Hazards include cuts from sharp metal edges and burns from torches and heated metals. Educational Requirements Employers prefer to hire people who have completed a formal training program in automotive body repair. Job Outlook Employment of automotive body repairers is expected to increase in New York State due to the rise in the number of motor vehicles in operation and in the number of damaged automobiles. The need to replace experienced repairers who transfer to other occupations or retire will account for the majority of job openings. Automotive parts, body materials and electronics become more complex as technology advances.