M&A Auto Repair & MD State Inspection
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(240) 289-3708Book service
(240) 289-37086181 Annapolis RoadHyattsville, MD 20784
M&A student program

Learn the trade at M&A

Follow a repair from the service desk to the bay. Choose the work you want to learn and tell us when you can come in.

Apply for the student program
An M&A technician working under the hood of a vehicle.

What would you like to learn?

Maryland State Inspector

Work with a mentor at Hyattsville Station #7197. Practice measuring components, recording findings and explaining an inspection report.

Automotive technician

Learn routine maintenance first, then help trace faults and plan repairs. Your mentor can help you document experience toward ASE credentials.

Service adviser

Work the counter, write estimates and keep customers up to date. Explore ASE C1 and Automotive Management Institute courses as you gain experience.

Tire specialist

Learn tire sizing, mounting, balancing and tire pressure monitoring with DMV Tire Supply. Discuss Tire Industry Association training with your mentor.

Fleet operations

Schedule vans and work trucks, track operating costs and plan service around the days customers need their vehicles.

Paid inspector training

Training target
16 months
Proposed trainee pay
$25–$30/hr
Target after approval
$50+/hr

These figures apply to the proposed paid inspector track. Timing depends on experience, exam results and state approval. Your role and written offer determine your pay. School placements are arranged separately.

From your first year to a partnership conversation

  1. Year 1

    Learn beside a mentor

    Agree on a written training plan, practice supervised tasks and keep a record of your experience. M&A covers testing fees approved in your plan.

  2. Year 2

    Take on more responsibility

    Review your work with your mentor. Depending on your progress, you could prepare for an exam, lead a job or coordinate the day’s schedule.

  3. Year 3

    Explore a partnership

    If you want to help run a shop, ask for a partnership review. Opportunities depend on experience and availability. Any ownership arrangement requires a separate written agreement.

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Apply for the student program

Tell us which track interests you, which shop you can reach and the days you are available. Keep the reference you receive after you submit.