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Job Description

Repair automobiles, trucks, buses, and other vehicles. Master mechanics repair virtually any part on the vehicle or specialize in the transmission system.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 49-3023.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Automotive Master Mechanics”.

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Tasks for “Automotive Mechanic”

Overhaul or replace carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
Repair manual and automatic transmissions.
Repair or replace shock absorbers.
Repair and service air conditioning, heating, engine cooling, and electrical systems.
Replace and adjust headlights.
Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.
Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience.
Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
Confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and to discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements.
Rebuild parts, such as crankshafts and cylinder blocks.
Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
Align vehicles' front ends.
Repair radiator leaks.
Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies, such as power systems, steering systems, and linkages.
Repair damaged automobile bodies.
Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
Install and repair accessories, such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
Maintain cleanliness of work area.
Repair or replace parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.

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