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Career Typical Tasks

Daily Tasks
Align vehicles' front ends.
Confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems, and to discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements.
Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.
Install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
Overhaul or replace carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience.
Rebuild parts such as crankshafts and cylinder blocks.
Repair and service air conditioning, heating, engine-cooling, and electrical systems.
Repair damaged automobile bodies.
Repair manual and automatic transmissions.
Repair or replace parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
Repair or replace shock absorbers.
Repair radiator leaks.
Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
Replace and adjust headlights.
Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, and linkages.
Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.

Daily Work Activities
Adhere to safety procedures.
Align vehicle frame.
Align or adjust clearances of mechanical components or parts.
Align or adjust clearances of vehicle body parts or components.
Apply filler substances to dents in vehicle bodies.
Follow vehicle repair procedures.
Use oral or written communication techniques.
Identify properties of metals for repair or fabrication activities.
Follow safe waste disposal procedures.
Use combination welding procedures.
Diagnose mechanical problems in machinery or equipment.
Repair commercial transportation equipment.
Estimate cost for repair services.
Maintain or repair cargo or passenger vehicle.
Maintain equipment service records.
Maintain repair records.
Move or fit heavy objects.
Use electronic calibration devices.
Use engine diagnostic equipment.
Operate engine emission testing equipment.
Operate lathes.
Use lifting equipment in vehicle repair setting.
Operate vehicle engine electrical system test equipment.
Plan or organize work.
Estimate time or cost for installation, repair, or construction projects.
Read schematics.
Read technical drawings.
Read vehicle manufacturer's specifications.
Understand service or repair manuals.
Understand technical operating, service or repair manuals.
Repair vehicle transmissions.
Repair vehicle body parts.
Solder vehicle components.
Test mechanical products or equipment.
Test operate vehicles before or after repair.
Stock or organize goods.
Use auto or vehicular body repair equipment.
Use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment.
Use hand or power tools.
Set up and operate variety of machine tools.
Use pneumatic tools.
Use precision measuring devices in mechanical repair work.
Use voltmeter, ammeter, or ohmmeter.
Write vehicle damage repair estimates.
Install electronic equipment, components, or systems.
Repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment.
Identify base metals for welding.
Maintain welding machines or equipment.
Perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting.
Use acetylene welding/cutting torch.
Use knowledge of metric system.
Weld together metal parts, components, or structures.
Use knowledge of welding filler rod types.
Test vehicle computer processors to detect malfunctions.
Overhaul vehicle major operating units, such as engines or transmissions.
Conduct tests to locate mechanical system malfunction.
Repair or replace malfunctioning or worn mechanical components.
Lubricate machinery, equipment, or parts.
Service vehicle with water, fuel, or oil.
Obtain information from clients, customers, or patients.
Test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures.
Examine vehicle to detect malfunctions, damage, or maintenance needed.
Diagnose malfunctioning vehicle systems.
Examine vehicles to determine extent of damages and repairs needed.
Fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand.
Use soldering equipment.
Determine installation, service, or repair needed.
Assemble, dismantle, or reassemble equipment or machinery.
Use machine tools in installation, maintenance, or repair.
Operate hoist, winch, or hydraulic boom.
Inspect machinery or equipment to determine adjustments or repairs needed.
Read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts.

Other Work Activities
Analyzing Data or InformationIdentifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesProviding information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Controlling Machines and ProcessesUsing either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsUsing relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Getting InformationObserving, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Handling and Moving ObjectsUsing hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and EventsIdentifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialInspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Making Decisions and Solving ProblemsAnalyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsMonitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or EquipmentRunning, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkDeveloping specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Performing General Physical ActivitiesPerforming physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Processing InformationCompiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic EquipmentServicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentServicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Thinking CreativelyDeveloping, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeKeeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
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