Automotive Service Technician

Education and Requirements

Registered Apprenticeship certificate, or equivalent experience.

Work Site Environment

Dusty.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Review work orders.
• Road test motor vehicles.
• Test automotive systems and components.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems.
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications.
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Perform scheduled maintenance service.
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements.
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed.

Area of Specialization

• Engine repair.
• Electrical and electronic system.
• Diesel engines.
• Diagnostics.
• Alignment, steering and suspension.
• Brake system.
• Fuel and emission system.
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