automotive service technician

Mechanical Repairer Specific Skills

• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components

Additional Skills

• Estimate parts and labour costs
• Provide customer service

Own Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods

Automotive Service Technician Specific Skills

• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer’s specifications
• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components

Personal Suitability

• Flexibility
• Accurate
• Team player
• Client focus
• Judgement
• Reliability

Truck and Transport and Truck-Trailer Mechanic Specific Skills

• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer’s specifications