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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 “Front End Specialist”

Troubleshoot fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems, using electronic testing equipment.
Repair or replace automobile leaf springs.
Repair, replace, or adjust defective fuel injectors, carburetor parts, and gasoline filters.
Repair, overhaul, or adjust automobile brake systems.
Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
Rebuild, repair, or test automotive fuel injection units.
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.
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.
Change spark plugs, fuel filters, air filters, and batteries in hybrid electric vehicles.
Replace defective mufflers and tailpipes.
Install, adjust, or repair hydraulic or electromagnetic automatic lift mechanisms used to raise and lower automobile windows, seats, and tops.
Estimate costs of vehicle repair.
Replace hydraulically assisted systems with electric-powered systems, such as power steering pumps or air conditioning compressors, to improve fuel economy.
Inspect propane or natural gas high-pressure tanks, piping, or pressure regulators.
Install or repair air conditioners and service components, such as compressors, condensers, and controls.
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.
Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning.
Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure proper operation.
Repair or replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, or wheel bearings.
Diagnose and repair regenerative braking systems or hydraulic systems in hybrid vehicles.
Convert vehicle fuel systems from gasoline to butane gas, ethanol, methane, or other alternative or biofuel systems.
Service internal combustion engine systems for hybrid electric vehicles.
Repair or rebuild clutch systems.
Service biodiesel fuel tanks for algae or sludge accumulation by cleaning, changing filters, or adding algaecides.

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Pneumatic drills
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Hydraulic shop presses
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Torx keys
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Allen wrenches
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Code readers
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Oil injectors
Ratcheting gear wrenches
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Strobe wheel balancing systems for heavy vehicles
Tire pressure gauges
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Tire changing machines
Oil filter wrenches
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Refrigerant identifiers
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Shielded arc welding tools
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Pneumatic wrenches
Dynamometers
Internal retaining ring pliers
Dwell meters
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Rivet guns
Strap wrenches
Spark plug gapping tools
Wheel alignment machines
Clutch wrenches
Workshop presses
Bolt cutters
Circuit testers
Phillips head screwdrivers
Catalytic combustion analyzers
Hoists
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