What Is the Role of a Collision Repair Technician?

One of the first tasks for collision repair technicians, who are specialized automotive body repairers, is damage assessment. They review damage reports, inspect the vehicle, determine damaged parts, identify structural damage or hidden damage and then plan work accordingly. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, automotive body and glass repairers “review damage reports, prepare cost estimates, and plan work” as core duties.