San Antonio Express-News’ Post

🚗 Addressing the Auto Technicians Shortage in the US 🚗 Did you know that the US automotive industry is facing a critical shortage of skilled auto technicians? The industry needs 795,000 new technicians across various fields from 2023-2027, with automotive technicians in highest demand at 495,000. 🔧 Why This Matters: Evolving Industry Needs: New technologies in vehicles require advanced skills. Career Opportunities: Auto technician roles offer stable, rewarding career paths. Industry Impact: A lack of technicians can lead to longer repair times and increased costs for consumers. 🎓 Call to Action for Schools and Colleges: Now is the time to focus on enhancing your automotive programs. Equip your students with the skills and tools they need to thrive in this dynamic industry. Let’s bridge the skills gap and ensure a bright future for the automotive sector. 🌟 （Source: TechForce） #AutoTechnicians #Education #AutomotiveIndustry #SkillsGap #FutureTechnicians #HandsOnTraining

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No, we didn’t get a school bus, but that is a new 1500 KVA transformer for San Jacinto’s Automotive and Career Center. The new unit took a year to arrive; but doubles the electrical capacity of the building. That means that every manufacturer hosted by the College’s Automotive Technician training programs will have the power needed to offer factory training certifications for electric vehicle charging and maintenance. It’s great to work someplace where students really are the heart of everything we do. #FuturePlanning #ContinuousImprovement 

✨ Exciting News for Aspiring Automotive Technicians! Texas State Technical College is gearing up to launch a state-of-the-art Transportation Center of Excellence at its Fort Bend County campus. This initiative aims to bridge the skills gap in the rapidly evolving automotive industry, which demands expertise in advanced diagnostics and technology. With programs in Diesel Equipment, Automotive Technology, and Auto Collision Management, TSTC is setting the stage for students to excel in the second-largest employer of auto technicians in the U.S. Don't miss the chance to be part of this thriving career path! #AutomotiveEducation #TSTC #CareerGrowth #TechnicalSkills #AutomotiveIndustry

Verify Certifications: Ensure the mechanics are certified and experienced in European repairs. Why: Certified mechanics have undergone specialized training and are knowledgeable about European vehicle-specific issues and repair techniques, ensuring a higher standard of service and reliability. #CarMaintenance #TrustedMechanics #SpecializedRepairs #VehicleCare

Verify Certifications: Ensure the mechanics are certified and experienced in European repairs. Why: Certified mechanics have undergone specialized training and are knowledgeable about European vehicle-specific issues and repair techniques, ensuring a higher standard of service and reliability. #CarMaintenance #TrustedMechanics #SpecializedRepairs #VehicleCare

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This is affecting so many industries. The only way to solve for it is to make it accessible. Accessibility requires meeting people at their level. BILT is helping these industries meet people at their level.

How To Become An Auto Body Technician Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Auto-motivated to fix external damages to vehicles caught in a collision and make them as good as new, Auto Body Technicians repair, restore, refinish, and replace body parts, frames, and bodies of vehicles per factory and dealership specifications. Continue Reading

Skills Council of Canada's T.I.P.S (Techniques for Improving Practical Skills) for Automotive Service Technicians. 🛠️ Automotive Service Technicians are the backbone of vehicle maintenance and repair, ensuring that cars run smoothly and safely. Enhancing your practical skills can greatly improve your efficiency and open up new opportunities for career growth. 📈🚗 By focusing on these T.I.P.S, automotive service technicians can sharpen their skills, diagnose and fix issues more effectively, and advance in their careers. Continuous learning and skill development are essential for success in the fast-paced world of automotive repair. 📝 Stay precise, work efficiently, and never stop improving your practical skills. Happy wrenching! 🔧✨ #AutomotiveServiceTechnician #VehicleMaintenance #AutoRepair #DiagnosticSkills #TechnicalProficiency #CustomerService #Efficiency #SkillDevelopment #CareerGrowth