An automotive service technician inspects, maintains, and repairs vehicles, encompassing both mechanical and increasingly, electronic systems. They diagnose issues, perform routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations, and repair or replace worn or malfunctioning parts.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Core Responsibilities:
Diagnosis: Identifying the root cause of vehicle problems, often using computerized diagnostic tools.
Maintenance: Performing routine tasks like oil changes, fluid level checks, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
Repair: Fixing mechanical and electrical systems, including engines, transmissions, brakes, and other components.
Testing: Ensuring repairs are effective and resolving issues by test driving vehicles.
Record Keeping: Maintaining detailed records of services and repairs performed.
Customer Communication: Explaining vehicle issues and repairs to customers in a clear and understandable manner.
Safety Compliance: Adhering to safety protocols and workshop standards.
Staying Updated: Keeping up with the latest automotive technologies and repair techniques.
Specific tasks might include:
Using diagnostic equipment to pinpoint problems.
Following checklists to ensure all critical parts are examined.
Replacing worn parts like brake pads, wheel bearings, and sensors.
Working with both mechanical and electronic systems, including braking, transmission, and steering.
Familiarizing themselves with new technologies like accident-avoidance sensors.