Description
Automotive electricians install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems in motor vehicles such as air conditioning systems, lamps, radios, heating systems, batteries, electrical wiring and alternators. They use diagnostic testing equipment to inspect vehicles and find faults. To do repair work, they use hand tools and specialised electrical instruments and machines.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
fasten componentsperform test runuse automotive diagnostic equipmentuse specialised tools in electric repairsinstall automotive electrical equipmentperform manual work autonomouslyapply health and safety standardsread standard blueprintsinspect for faults in the vehicle's electric systemtroubleshootuse technical documentationwear appropriate protective gearcarry out improvised vehicle repairsinstall car electronicsrepair vehicle's electrical equipmentperform vehicle diagnostic proceduresapply soldering techniquesperform road testing of vehiclesensure client orientationcreate technical plansidentify customer's needsmaintain vehicle recordstest electronic unitsmaintain electrical equipmentdiagnose defective enginesinstall transport equipment lightingrepair battery componentsprovide customer follow-up servicesoperate soldering equipmentoperate battery test equipmentexecute vehicle maintenancewrite records for repairsinstall transport equipment batteriesconduct performance testsclean vehicle exteriorkeep stock recordsrepair vehicle electrical systemsposition vehicles for maintenance and repairdrive vehiclesmaintain electrical engines