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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 “Master Technician”

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

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