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Manufacturing Industry

Today’s manufacturing companies invest in people, technology, infrastructure, and communities while focusing on improving processes to eliminate waste by using clean and green strategies.

Automotive—For those who crave involvement in making the latest cars, explore jobs and companies that are a great fit.
Work with the latest technology—The love of cars meets love of technology – advance your skills in both areas to be in the running for the best jobs.

Skills Needed

Today’s advanced manufacturing jobs are an exciting mix of technology and mechanics. Important skills include: Mechanics and technology—There is a lot of high-tech machinery in this industry, and it’s helpful to understand how machines work and are repaired and maintained Hand-eye coordination—if you’re the kind of person who likes to work with their hands, this may be a great industry for you Teamwork- Many jobs in this industry require that you work in teams, so having a team player attitude is helpful

Mechanical Maintenance

Maintenance & Repair Workers
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1. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
2. Industrial Machinery Mechanics
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Electrical

Electrical and Electronics Repairers
Electricians
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Institution	Program	Info
Hallmark University	College of Aeronautics
Lamson Institute	Electrician
Lamson Institute	HVAC
Palo Alto College	Engineering
Palo Alto College	Industrial Technology
Platt College – STVT	Automotive Service Technician
Platt College – STVT	Combination Welding
Platt College – STVT	Diesel & Heavy Truck Technician
Platt College – STVT	HVAC & Basic Refrigeration
St. Philip’s College	Advanced Manufacturing Technology
St. Philip’s College	Air Conditioning & Heating
St. Philip’s College	Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
St. Philip’s College	Automated Industrial Process
St. Philip’s College	Engineering
St. Philip’s College	Manufacturing Operations Technician
St. Philip’s College	Welding
The University of Texas at San Antonio	Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Lean Systems
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Hear from the people working in San Antonio's manufacturing industry. Because the manufacturing industry isn't what it used to be. It's better.