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Job Description

Repair only one system or component on a vehicle, such as brakes, suspension, or radiator.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 49-3023.02

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Automotive Specialty Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Auto Wheel Alignment Specialist”

Replace defective mufflers and tailpipes.
Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure proper operation.
Change spark plugs, fuel filters, air filters, and batteries in hybrid electric vehicles.
Repair, replace, or adjust defective fuel injectors, carburetor parts, and gasoline filters.
Install or repair air conditioners and service components, such as compressors, condensers, and controls.
Repair or replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, or wheel bearings.
Repair, overhaul, or adjust automobile brake systems.
Estimate costs of vehicle repair.
Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning.
Rebuild, repair, or test automotive fuel injection units.
Diagnose and replace or repair engine management systems or related sensors for flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) with ignition timing, fuel rate, alcohol concentration, or air-to-fuel ratio malfunctions.
Service internal combustion engine systems for hybrid electric vehicles.
Convert vehicle fuel systems from gasoline to butane gas, ethanol, methane, or other alternative or biofuel systems.
Service biodiesel fuel tanks for algae or sludge accumulation by cleaning, changing filters, or adding algaecides.
Repair or rebuild clutch systems.
Troubleshoot fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems, using electronic testing equipment.
Install, adjust, or repair hydraulic or electromagnetic automatic lift mechanisms used to raise and lower automobile windows, seats, and tops.
Diagnose and repair regenerative braking systems or hydraulic systems in hybrid vehicles.
Service or repair butane gas, ethanol, methane, or other alternative or biofuel systems.
Align wheels, axles, frames, torsion bars, and steering mechanisms of automobiles, using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
Conduct visual inspections of compressed natural gas fuel systems to identify cracks, gouges, abrasions, discoloration, broken fibers, loose brackets, damaged gaskets, or other problems.
Inspect propane or natural gas high-pressure tanks, piping, or pressure regulators.
Replace hydraulically assisted systems with electric-powered systems, such as power steering pumps or air conditioning compressors, to improve fuel economy.
Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
Repair or replace automobile leaf springs.
Retrofit vehicle fuel systems with aftermarket products, such as vapor transfer devices, evaporation control devices, swirlers, lean burn devices, or friction reduction devices, to enhance combustion and fuel efficiency.

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