What other jobs out there can my dad do when he has been a mechanic for years and now has touble walking?
Asked by Honey Bunny 911
My dad has bad arthritis and is now looking to get out of the mechanic industry because of it. My dad has been a mechanic for 30 years. I want to know if anyone has any suggestions of what other jobs he can do that arent as hard on his legs and such

Best Answer:
Teaching is Always a good replacement career for someone experienced in a field like that. He can continue with what he is comfortable with and influence the future of repair techs

He could teach at a trade school and help the new generations of repair people to learn the proper procedures. He could also work at a business that makes repair manuals for different cars and trucks like haynes for example.
Answered by mtwaites

Alex E was spot on! He should contact a local community college to see if they need any mechanic/auto repair teachers or even consulting positions for the apprenticeship programs they have at colleges. he could also contact local high schools, but usually you need a teaching degree/certificate for working in a high school.
Answered by Rachel-waiting for 11/21/09