Will “Master Automotive Technician” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔

Unknown Chance of Automation

Sadly, the research paper did not provide any information about this occupation. Maybe have a look at our directory?

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”.

Also Known As…

Tasks for “Master Automotive Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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