Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 0 (0%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 2 (8%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 23 (92%)

• Review damage reports, prepare or review repair cost estimates, and plan work to be performed.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Remove damaged panels, and identify the family and properties of the plastic used on a vehicle.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• File, grind, sand, and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Inspect repaired vehicles for proper functioning, completion of work, dimensional accuracy, and overall appearance of paint job, and test-drive vehicles to ensure proper alignment and handling.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment, and grind down welds to smooth them, using power grinders and other tools.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Prime and paint repaired surfaces, using paint sprayguns and motorized sanders.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Follow supervisors' instructions as to which parts to restore or replace and how much time the job should take.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Sand body areas to be painted and cover bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Chain or clamp frames and sections to alignment machines that use hydraulic pressure to align damaged components.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Position dolly blocks against surfaces of dented areas and beat opposite surfaces to remove dents, using hammers.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Cut and tape plastic separating film to outside repair areas to avoid damaging surrounding surfaces during repair procedure and remove tape and wash surfaces after repairs are complete.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Fill small dents that cannot be worked out with plastic or solder.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Remove damaged sections of vehicles using metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches, and install replacement parts using wrenches or welding equipment.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Remove small pits and dimples in body metal, using pick hammers and punches.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle bodies and fenders.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Fit and secure windows, vinyl roofs, and metal trim to vehicle bodies, using caulking guns, adhesive brushes, and mallets.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Adjust or align headlights, wheels, and brake systems.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Replace damaged glass on vehicles.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Apply heat to plastic panels, using hot-air welding guns or immersion in hot water, and press the softened panels back into shape by hand.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Clean work areas, using air hoses, to remove damaged material and discarded fiberglass strips used in repair procedures.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Soak fiberglass matting in resin mixtures and apply layers of matting over repair areas to specified thicknesses.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Read specifications or confer with customers to determine the desired custom modifications for altering the appearance of vehicles.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Cut openings in vehicle bodies for the installation of customized windows, using templates and power shears or chisels.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Measure and mark vinyl material and cut material to size for roof installation, using rules, straightedges, and hand shears.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task