Your Starting Line …to a future in automotive technology. Are you ready to Drive to Success?

A Highway to Your Future  Careers in Automotive Technology are constantly rising. According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, automotive- related occupations are expected to grow by at least 10% between 2004 and 2014.

Over 200 million vehicles are on U.S. highways today. Wisconsin’s automotive and truck repair service is the 5 th fastest growing industry in the state. 2 Did you know? We need YOU!

Road Map  Getting on the Express Way 5-7 Getting on the Express Way  The Road Leads to8-10 The Road Leads to  Getting to Work Getting to Work  After High School After High School  Learning Check Point Learning Check Point  On the Road to Excellence On the Road to Excellence  Getting on Track23 Getting on Track  Fast Lane24 Fast Lane  Driving Instructions Driving Instructions  10 Tips for Winning the Race29 10 Tips for Winning the Race  Learn More Learn More  Who’s on Our Team32 Who’s on Our Team  Reference Pit Crew33 Reference Pit Crew Click left mouse button or space bar to advance page

Getting on the Express Way  While still in high school take advantage of what your school may offer. Talk to a counselor and see if your school is an AYES (Automotive Youth Educational Systems) site or if Skills USA is offered.

Automotive Youth Educational Systems 1  AYES is a partnership designed to help high- school students gain hands on experience, explore, and prepare for entry level positions in the automotive technology fields. Its an innovative approach to learning while in high-school.  AYES partners with participating automotive manufacturers, dealers, and selected high schools/tech prep schools across the country. Talk to your school counselor today to find out if your school is an AYES site. Check out the AYES Website to find out more!

Skills USA 9  Skills USA, a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO), is offered in high-schools & technical colleges across the nation. It is designed to introduce and prepare students associated in trade, technical and skilled service occupations.  With Skills USA, students gain valuable information through out high-school and even technical college: You can even obtain a high-quality job throughout the automotive industry including jobs in modern dealerships. Check out Skills USA to find out more. Return to Raod Map

The Road Leads to…  A modern dealership is a total transportation center: Its more then just selling and fixing cars. It is comprised of:  Sales Department  Service Department  Parts Department  Administration/Clerical  Customer Relations  Management  Finance and Insurance Department

Automotive Careers Top 5 Automotive Industry Careers 3  Retail Sales Representative  Sales Manager  Technician  Service Manager  Bus, Truck, and Diesel Technician  To Find out more information about Careers available in the automotives job market visit Career Voyagers at

And the Rewards  The average dealership has an annual payroll of $2.3 million with 52 employees. 4  Master service technicians can earn anywhere from $40,000 to $90,000 per year, depending on the market. 1  Technical skills required for transportation service are transferable to many other jobs. 6 Return to Road Map

Getting to Work  In order to better prepare yourself for a career in the automotive market some employability requirements should be met to ensure success.

Basic Employability Requirements 6  A high school diploma  Proven math skills  Good reading and comprehension skills  Ability to get along and work well with others  Good written and verbal communication skills  Ability to follow directions  Good interpersonal skills  Desire to succeed  Interest in Autos or Trucks  Valid driver’s license and clean driving record Return to Road Map

After High School…  In addition to the basic requirements listed, technical education and training will increase the speed of your success

Technical Education  Technical education allows you to obtain specific skills. With a degree, diploma, or certificate you can earn higher wages!

Technical Education  You can also gain valuable hands-on experience and obtain a bachelor or masters degree if you want to further your education

The largest, fastest growing segment of the emerging technical workforce involves careers that do not require a 4-year degree. At the end of 2005, technical workers comprised 1/5 of all employment. 7 Did you know? Return to Road Map

Learning Check Point Click on the link below to check out the Wisconsin Technical Colleges website. Explore college information, areas of study, cost of attendance, and so much more! WiTechColleges.org

Auto Collision Repair & Refinish Tech. (One-Year) Auto Collision Repair & Refinish Tech. (Two-Year) Automotive Maintenance Technician Automotive Technician Automotive Technology Civil Eng. Technology Highway Tech. Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technician Diesel Equipment Technology Engine Machining Technician Engine Research and Development Technician Motorcycle, Marine, & Outdoor Power Products Outdoor Power Equipment Technician Truck Driving Click on the links below to review Wisconsin Technical College Automotive and Truck Training programs. Learn and Earn Ideas Return to Road Map

On the road to excellence  In addition to technical college another way to gain valuable skills and qualifications is through Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.

ASE Certification 1  ASE tests and certifies automotive and truck technicians to ensure they are skilled and qualified in their field of service. ASE offers certification exams in the following areas:  Auto/Light Truck  Alternate Fuels  Medium/Heavy Truck  Parts Specialist  Collision Repair  School Bus  Engine Machinist  Truck Equipment  Advanced Series  Specialty Test

In August 2000, ASE certified almost 420,000 automotive service and repair professionals within the U.S. alone 6 … Do you know who’s on the road?

To find out more about ASE visit their website: The Automotive Service Excellence Introduction More about Excellence… Return to Road Map

Getting on Track  Making good career decisions is all about you. In order to start a career path you must gather information, make your career plans, and follow through. Return to Road Map

Fast Lane  It is most productive to start your planning during your first few years of high school (freshman & sophomore year) as interests are always changing and new opportunities arise. Return to Road Map

Driving Instructions  Here are some important steps that will help your drive for success start off right. On your Mark, Get Set, Go!!

On your Mark… Career Awareness  Create and update a “career planning folder”  Determine the type of work and activities you like to do  Visit individuals related to and working in your chosen career path  Take time to focus on your skills and interests  Identify all post secondary opportunities

Get Set… Career Exploration  Talk to teachers, counselors, and professionals about your career interests  Attend career and college fairs  Conduct independent career research  Enroll in classes that relate to your fields of interest  Obtain part-time jobs and internships related to your career path

GO!… Career Preparation  Create a portfolio that illustrates your accomplishments  Explore the Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES)  Join professional organizations related to your career path  Take tours of college campuses  Meet with your guidance counselor or other education professionals to help you prepare a plan for your career path Return to Road Map

10 Tips for Winning the Race  1.) Set goals for yourself  2.) Be respectful, courteous, and considerate at all times  3.) Carry yourself in a confident manner  4.) Express yourself clearly and accurately (verbally and in writing)  5.) No one can do it alone, be part of the team!  6.) Strive for excellent attendance and be punctual  7.) Know what your job is and accomplish all tasks to the best of your ability.  8.) Work hard and do your very best no matter what or how difficult the task is at hand  9.) Begin assignments or do what needs to be done without being told or asked  10.) Stay on top of changes in the industry GOOD LUCK!! Return to Road Map

Learn more about automotive and transportation careers. Education Career Counseling Scholarships Printable Career Resources

… And Quick Stops for Even More Career Building Info Where the Opportunities Are Now ADAMM’s Tech Train Classes Wis. Auto Dealers Foundation Scholarships Automotive Youth Educational System Return to Road Map

Who’s on our Team? Return to Road Map

Career Resource Guide

More Career Resource Guide Return to Road Map Snap-on Corporation Website: Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Ph: Toll-Free: Fax: Website: Society of Collision Repair Specialists Toll-Free: Fax: Website: Wisconsin Auto Collision Technicians Association Ltd. (WACTAL) Ph: Website: Wisconsin Automotive Aftermarket Association (WAAA) Ph: Toll-Free: Fax: Website: Wisconsin Automotive & Truck Education Association, Inc. (WATEA) Ph: Website: Wisconsin Technical College System Madison, WI Ph: Fax: Website:

1.Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) 2.Wisconsin Labor Market Information 3.Career Voyagers 4.National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) 5.State of Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation 6.21CUTEP 7.Other Ways to Win by Kenneth C. Gray Norton Music (Intro. Music) 9.Skills USA Reference Pit Crew ( or – where we learned what we did to create this show) Return to Road Map