Should I become an auto technician? | Roadtrip Nation

[@sonicelectronic57]

It doesn't even have to be an interest in cars anymore. A passion for troubleshooting can get you very far in the field these days.

[@mattfanslow]

I've been working in the automotive repair profession for over 25 years. I use my brain far more than I use my hands. I think that's one of the misnomers that's getting spread. Diagnostics doesn't require a whole lot of working with your hands. Years ago you would spend 25% of your time figuring out what's wrong with the vehicle, and 75% of the time actually doing mechanical repair. Nowadays that's pretty much 180° different.

[@roadtripnation]

Thanks for the insider info! Super valuable insight.

[@kkakakkaka6617]

I just started my interest In cars(it’s been like 4 months) and impulsively applied to a tech school(I START IN JANUARY) now I hear I am

[@ronijr4918]

Just giving you some real life advice. Just because you went to community College or UTI doesn't mean you'll get a job with someone who has real life experience. In ny opinion school is a waste of money because if you have no " REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE " they will start you changing oil and tire rotation regarif you have a cute/fancy degree. I would advice taking the " learn on the job/ apprenticeship program " because you'll save all that College money and make money at the same time, changing oil/ tire rotation. GOOD LUCK 👍.

[@kkakakkaka6617]

@@ronijr4918 I didn’t even think about apprentice and those things thank you for the advice! I’ll take it into consideration and start looking for an apprenticeship

[@roadtripnation]

Love to hear that you're following your interests!

[@Leekautorepair]

Good luck on your quest lol. U have a big journey ahead of u

[@kkakakkaka6617]

@@Leekautorepair thank you ✨

[@rob_htx7371]

I want to become an auto technician but I have no idea how to get started or where to go. And I definitely don’t have money to pay for any type of school

[@Hippiemechanic]

Find a dealer and become a lube tech they’ll move you up fast af if you’re dedicated. It’s not a great field tho keep it as a passion if you can find something else

[@hasaywha]

"Projected job growth over the next 10 years is on pace with national average". So far, the information that I've been reading states that this industry is not only in a shortage for techs, but it's getting worse. I wonder how you are assessing the job growth and how it matches with the national average.

[@roadtripnation]

You're right-there IS a shortage for technicians right now. This blog from the Universal Technical Institute has some helpful info on the topic: www.uti.edu/blog/automotive/automotive-tech-shortage Projected job growth was based on data compiled from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

[@johnnyboykins1389]

Just enrolled in school for this

[@steve00alt70]

@@roadtripnation is it the same for the uk?

[@ryanbrown7508]

Do NOT let videos like this mislead you! This field sucks! Your brain can figure out the problem. Yes that’s true. You figured it out, now take it apart! Oh! You need a new tool to do it? $100+ dollars, for a set that’s not sold in stores? What about when you cut your self on sheet metal because air tools don’t fit? Don’t forget that bolts get seized up or someone worked on it before you! Acetylene and specialty extraction sets now become necessary. Another $1000 easily!

[@emilioochoa2655]

Did you just copy and paste this comment in a bunch of videos? Seen this same comment in another video

[@steve00alt70]

Do they accept LGBQT? do they offer motorcycle technicians too?

[@raazeevkhadgi3954]

Which country is this work shop in i want to apply frm nepal i am also auto technician

[@miguelsalazar3239]

KZbin killed the automotive repair industry. Many do it at home now.

[@ryanbrown7508]

let videos like this mislead you! This field sucks! Your brain can figure out the problem. Yes that’s true. You figured it out, now take it apart! Oh! You need a new tool to do it? $100+ dollars, for a set that’s not sold in stores? What about when you cut your self on sheet metal because air tools don’t fit? Don’t forget that bolts get seized up or someone worked on it before you! Acetylene and specialty extraction sets now become necessary. Another $1000 easily!

[@Aaron-or6ov]

Your absolutely correct when you said videos like this mislead you. I’m a former auto mechanic for 26 years. Left finally the industry. When someone asks me should I get into this business I said NO!. To anyone thinking about it go to local dealers and independent shops. During the summer time and see how hot it is. Or cold. Talk to these techs and ask them questions, ask them how much their tools Are worth and costs. Ask how their bodies feel. Ask about dealing with customers. No bonuses. No advancement in your job. The lack of pay. I live in California the area I live the cost of living is around 65k a year to live. The average auto mechanic who has to buy their own tools. Tool box, work 8-10 hours a day even on Saturday’s. Crappy health insurance makes on average 58k. Not worth it when you can make more doing easier jobs and better insurance and growth.