Automobile Mechanic

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Work site environment

• Dusty
• Outdoors
• Dirty
• Hot
• Noisy
• Motor vehicles

Work setting

• Garage

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Work with minimal supervision
• Repair and overhaul to ensure adherence to standards and procedures

Certificates, licences, memberships, and coursesﾠ

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Transmission) Trade Certification

Instrument experience

• Mechanical
• Hydraulic
• Electrical instruments

Area of work experience

• Process troubleshooting

Service experience

• Security

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Collision repair
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast
• paced environment
• Hand
• eye co
• ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Steel
• toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality
• Organized

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available