vehicle technician

Description

Vehicle technicians inspect, test and maintain vehicles, motorcycles, engine tune-ups and tyre replacements. They repair engine failures, lube replacements. Vehicle technicians replace vehicle components and evaluate warranty options.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

teamwork principles mechanical requirements for vehicles in urban areas hybrid vehicle architecture principles of mechanical engineering vehicle electrical systems types of vehicles emission standards health and safety measures in transportation components of air conditioning systems automotive diagnostic equipment mechanical components of vehicles mechanics car controls electrical wiring plans operation of different engines types of vehicle engines engine components

Practical Skills

perform road testing of vehicles use automotive diagnostic equipment follow procedures to control substances hazardous to health identify customer's needs perform manual work autonomously perform vehicle tests apply health and safety standards maintain work area cleanliness maintain vehicle records perform technical tasks with great care wear appropriate protective gear carry out repairs and maintenance of vehicle bodies adapt to new technology used in cars provide customer information related to repairs carry out repair of vehicles diagnose problems with vehicles use traditional toolbox tools execute working instructions maintain updated professional knowledge repair vehicle electrical systems position vehicles for maintenance and repair maintain professional records perform annual legal safety checks detect malfunctions in engines maintain motor vehicle steering system ensure client orientation fix minor vehicle scratches ensure compliance with warranty contracts organise vehicle breakdown support perform minor vehicle repairs lift heavy weights disassemble engines maintain braking system replace tyres carry out repair of motorcycles maintain suspension system provide customer follow-up services order supplies lubricate engines have computer literacy issue sales invoices repair engines adjust tightness of engine parts keep stock records perform ICT troubleshooting drive vehicles maintain customer records maintain electrical engines maintain vehicle appearance