Automotive Mechanic

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Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Workshop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Provide customer service

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Fuel and emission system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Truck-trailer repair

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Parking available