Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Dirty

Work setting

• Garage

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• 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
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer 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
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Coach and instruct apprentices

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• 4-wheel drive
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diesel engines
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Drive train components
• Auto body repair
• Collision repair
• Frame straightening
• Fibreglass repair
• Plastics repair
• Truck-trailer repair
• Front end components

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality