Automotive Service Professional:
The role of an Automotive Service Technician is to conduct thorough inspections and tests on mechanical units to identify faults and malfunctions, consult with supervisors to determine the course of action, repair or replace automotive system components, and provide customers with detailed information about work performed and future requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Verify findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace a unit
* Discuss work with supervisor
* Conduct comprehensive inspections and tests of mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
* Road test vehicles
* Test automotive systems and components
* Adjust, repair or replace automotive system parts and components
* Repair or replace mechanical units or components
* Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturer specifications
* Estimate costs for vehicle maintenance and repairs
* Perform scheduled maintenance services
* Test and adjust units to specified standards
* Advise customers on work completed and future repair needs
* Compile reports to document problems and work performed
* Coach and instruct apprentices in the field