What is an automotive accessory installer and how to become one

Key steps to become an automotive accessory installer

1. Explore automotive accessory installer education requirements

   Most common automotive accessory installer degrees

   High School Diploma

   53.7 %

   Associate

   12.2 %

   Diploma

   12.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific automotive accessory installer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Customer Vehicles	76.76%
   GPS	8.32%
   Alarm Systems	5.70%
   Automotive Accessories	4.66%
   Assembly Line	4.55%

3. Complete relevant automotive accessory installer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New automotive accessory installers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an automotive accessory installer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real automotive accessory installer resumes.

4. Research automotive accessory installer duties and responsibilities

   • Inspect cars, service and repairs specializing in BMW repairs, manage shop, price and order parts, customer service
   • Repair Chrysler LLC vehicles with manufacture support diagnostic information and factory service procedures in a fast pace shop environment.
   • Install all types of car audio/video/security/accessory equipment to MECP standards.

5. Prepare your automotive accessory installer resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your automotive accessory installer resume.

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6. Apply for automotive accessory installer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an automotive accessory installer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams