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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 “Auto Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

Stickleback rasps
Borescopes
Handheld computer diagnostic equipment
Modular diagnostic information systems
Bolt cutters
Automotive on-board diagnostics scanners
Brake shoe tools
Impact wrenches
Oscilloscopes
Alignment wrenches
Plasma cutters
Riveting tools
Hex keys
Timing lights
Remote starter switches
Metal cutting taps
Voltmeters
Brake line flaring tools
Shoe retaining spring tools
Nibblers
Protective ear muffs
Dwell meters
Antifreeze recovery equipment
Air sanders
Ultrasonic diagnostic kits
Auto scanners
Pneumatic wrenches
Pry bars
Shears
Battery load testers
Laser printers
Straight blade screwdrivers
Capacity testers
Long nose pliers
Flat files
Circuit testers
Feeler gauges
Vacuum gauges
Continuity testers
Manifold gauge sets
Pipe wrenches
Channel lock pliers
Adjustable wrenches
Drill presses
Insulated pliers
Alternating current/direct current AC/DC inductive current clamps
Oil pressure gauges
Allen wrenches
Computerized scanners
Grinding equipment
Micrometers
Hammers
Circular saws
High velocity low pressure HVLP spray guns
Phillips head screwdrivers
Carbon scrapers
Hand clamps
Gasket scrapers
Portable exhaust analyzers
Gear puller tools
Winches
Computerized engine analyzers
Hoists
Dial indicators
Gear wrenches
Freon recovery equipment
Bandsaws
Tubing benders
Soft face hammers
Two way radios
Offset brake wrenches
Smoke machines
Plastic tip hammers
Leak detecting diagnostic smoke machines
Anti-lock braking system ABS/air bag scan tools
Diagnostic code readers
Heat guns
Wire strippers
Dynamometers
Jacks
Slide hammers
Locking jaw pliers
Socket wrench sets
Tire pressure gauges
Brake tools
Engine cylinder hones
Combination wrenches
Picks
Coil testers
Sandblasters
Awls
Needlenose pliers
Bearing pullers
Chain wrenches
Pressure brake bleeders
Grease guns
Cable cutters
Ignition module testers
Gas welding equipment
Wire brushes
Battery/alternator testers
Personal computers
Breaker bars
Anvils
Brass hammers
Torx screwdrivers
Inspection mirrors
Single-cut mill saw files
Mini circuit testers
Fuel pressure testers
Torque wrenches
Forklifts
Screwdrivers
Center punches
Oil filter wrenches
Infrared thermometers
Electric drills
Bench lathes
Diagonal cutting pliers
Deburring tools
Dolly blocks
Power grinders
Taper punches
Internal retaining ring pliers
Magnetic pickup tools
Light emitting diode LED circuit testers
Front end alignment equipment
Catalytic combustion analyzers
Valve seating equipment
Pin punches
2-channel lab scopes
Impact guns
Battery hydrometers
Combination pliers
Ohmmeters
Box end wrenches
Compression testers
Paint sprayers
Reamers
Wheel balancers
Open end wrenches
Workshop cranes
Power drills
Battery chargers
Brake rotor hones
Combustible gas detectors
Safety glasses
Clamp-on multimeters
Oxyacetylene welding equipment
Air conditioner chargers
Protective gloves
Refrigerant gas analyzers
Scrapers
Buffers
Desktop computers
Hydraulic presses
Spark plug gapping tools
Drill bit sets
Ratcheting box wrenches
Wire cutters
Crescent wrenches
Power washers
Tachometers
Laser levels
5 pound sledge hammers
Dial gauges
Razor knives
Power saws
Punches
Welding masks
Soldering irons
Shielded arc welding tools
Metal cutting dies
Cylinder leakage testers
Safety shoes
External snap ring pliers
Personal digital assistants PDA
Lug wrenches
Air compressors
Torx keys
Air drills
Locking wrenches
Ball joint separators
3 pound sledge hammers
Cutting torches
Tongue and groove pliers
Test lights
Strap wrenches
Non-contact thermometers
Flare nut wrenches
Calipers
Vises
Exhaust analyzers
Oil injectors
Steam cleaning equipment
Graphing scanners
Spot welding kits
Mechanics' stethoscopes
Tubing cutters
Nut drivers
Ball peen hammers
Tape measures
Steering wheel column pivot pin pullers
Claw hammers
Cold chisels
Spoons
Jack stands
Hacksaws
Socket wrenches
Ratchets
Metal inert gas MIG welders
5-gas emissions analyzers
Locking C-clamps

Technical manual database software
Computer aided manufacturing CAM software
Diacom software
Alliance Automotive Shop Controller
CODA Engine Analysis System
AutoZone ALLDATA
Recordkeeping software
Snap-On ShoKey
Microsoft Windows
Online service manual database software
SPX/OTC Genisys ConnecTech PC
Estimating software
Nexiq Tech HDS Suite for Palm
Mitchell Manager Invoicing System
Internet browser software
Blue Streak Electronics Buell Diagnostic
Vehicle management software