OBJECTIVES AND KEY TASKS
Maintains vehicle functional condition by listening to complaints; conducting inspections; repairing engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; replacing parts and components.
Perform routine maintenance procedures, such as rotating tires, changing the oil, lubricating engine parts and tuning up the electrical system, including inspecting belts, hoses and mechanical systems to be sure that all are operating properly.
Repair, remove and replace old or broken parts such as pistons and rods in the engine, rebuilding faulty assemblies such as steering systems, repairing or replacing brakes and repairing heating, cooling and electrical systems.
Repair or replace transmissions, shock absorbers, carburetors, distributors, radiators, ignition systems and a host of other circuits, parts or systems. Fix or adjust a car's accessories such as windshield wipers, radios and mirrors.
With aid of computers, diagnose troubleshot, spot problems with engine oil pressure and ignitions suing pressure indicators and voltage meters. Use power wrenches, welding torches and hand, special tools including pliers, scanners, screwdrivers etc.
Keep equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.
Verifies vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems. Efficient use of workshop consumables. Stores and retrieves vehicles by driving and parking vehicles.
Keeps workshop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
Record and make available on request, the results of vehicle inspection on a checklist or any other database required by the Workshop Supervisor and/or Management.
