Santana auto body does all services to cars, trucks and large vehicles. Richard, the owner, offers all kinds of repairs and services including auto body repair and maintennance such as oil changes and transmission replacements.
WHAT I DID
I was cleaning inside and fixing cars
I went to a junk yard to look for parts for a Toyota and a Maxima 3.05. It was pretty cool to walk around and see all the cars and parts and how they were all organized by make, model and years.
I brought back the part which was a front bumper and help install it on the Maxima
I washed a car we brought in for fixing
I would bring the cars in and out for the owner to work on.
WHAT I LIKED / DISLIKED ABOUT THIS CAREER
I like everything about being a mechanic..
The only thing I dislike is working in the cold.
\WHAT CAREERS ARE AVAILABLE IN THIS FIELD
Careers that are more detailed or close to this career:
Air-Conditioning Mechanic -- Installs and repairs automotive air-conditioning units.
Automobile-Service-Station Mechanic -- Repairs and services vehicles of service station customers through performance of any of following tasks.
Automotive Specialty Technicians -- Repair only one system or component on a vehicle, such as brakes, suspension, or radiator. Exclude transmission mechanics.
Brake Repairer -- Repairs and overhauls brake systems in automobiles, buses, trucks, and other automotive vehicles.
Front-End Mechanic -- Aligns wheels, axles, frames, torsion bars, and steering mechanisms of automotive vehicles, such as automobiles, buses, and trucks.
Muffler Installer -- Replaces defective mufflers and pipes on automobiles, buses, trucks, and other automotive vehicles according to factory or customer specifications, using handtools and power tools.
Transmission Mechanic -- Repairs manual and automatic transmissions in automobiles, buses, trucks, and other automotive vehicles.
Demand for technicians will grow as the number of vehicles in operation increases, reflecting continued growth in the driving age population and in the number of multi-car families. Growth in demand will be offset somewhat by continuing improvements in the quality and durability of automobiles, which will require less frequent service. In addition to openings from growth, many job openings will be created by the need to replace a growing number of retiring technicians. Job opportunities in this occupation are expected to be very good for those who complete high school or postsecondary automotive training programs and who earn ASE certification.
Drives vehicles over routes and to specified destinations according to time schedules. Aslso they help passengers with baggage, and collects tickets or cash fares. Parks at a designated loading area for passengers to board. Loads and unloads baggage in the baggage compartment. Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort. Advises passengers to be seated and orderly while on the bus. Records cash receipts and ticket fares, and reports delays or accidents. Inspects the bus, and checks gas, oil, water, and tires before departure. Makes minor repairs to vehicle and changes tires. The skill that you need is reading
WHERE I WAS
Santana Auto Body
ABOUT MY LOCATION
289 Thurbers Avenue
Providence, RI 02905-1731
(401) 781-7019
Santana auto body does all services to cars, trucks and large vehicles. Richard, the owner, offers all kinds of repairs and services including auto body repair and maintennance such as oil changes and transmission replacements.
WHAT I DID
I was cleaning inside and fixing cars
I went to a junk yard to look for parts for a Toyota and a Maxima 3.05. It was pretty cool to walk around and see all the cars and parts and how they were all organized by make, model and years.
I brought back the part which was a front bumper and help install it on the Maxima
I washed a car we brought in for fixing
I would bring the cars in and out for the owner to work on.
WHAT I LIKED / DISLIKED ABOUT THIS CAREER
I like everything about being a mechanic..
The only thing I dislike is working in the cold.
\WHAT CAREERS ARE AVAILABLE IN THIS FIELD
Careers that are more detailed or close to this career:
Air-Conditioning Mechanic -- Installs and repairs automotive air-conditioning units.
Automobile-Service-Station Mechanic -- Repairs and services vehicles of service station customers through performance of any of following tasks.
Automotive Specialty Technicians -- Repair only one system or component on a vehicle, such as brakes, suspension, or radiator. Exclude transmission mechanics.
Brake Repairer -- Repairs and overhauls brake systems in automobiles, buses, trucks, and other automotive vehicles.
Front-End Mechanic -- Aligns wheels, axles, frames, torsion bars, and steering mechanisms of automotive vehicles, such as automobiles, buses, and trucks.
Muffler Installer -- Replaces defective mufflers and pipes on automobiles, buses, trucks, and other automotive vehicles according to factory or customer specifications, using handtools and power tools.
Transmission Mechanic -- Repairs manual and automatic transmissions in automobiles, buses, trucks, and other automotive vehicles.
Tune-Up Mechanic -- Tunes automotive vehicle engines to ensure efficient operation.
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