Automotive Master Mechanics

Repair automobiles, trucks, buses, and other vehicles. Master mechanics repair virtually any part on the vehicle or specialize in the transmission system.

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1. Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.

2. Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.

3. Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.

4. Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.

5. 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.

6. Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience.

7. Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.

8. Confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems, and to discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements.

9. Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.

10. Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.

11. Overhaul or replace carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.

Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Equipment Selection - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Installation - Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.

The college search results are undergraduate programs associated with Automotive Master Mechanics. Further education may also be required to pursue this career.

The training search results include both short and long-term programs associated with Automotive Master Mechanics, and may be more appropriate for adult and non-traditional students. Further training may also be required to pursue this career.

In NY the average wage for this occupation was:

$21,780 for entry level workers, and $45,530 for experienced workers.

Based on the total number of annual openings and its growth rate, the employment prospects for this occupation are described as Very Favorable.

During 2006, there were approximately 41,620 Automotive Master Mechanics employed in NY.

We estimate that in 2016 there will be 43,940  employed in NY. This represents an increase of 230 job(s) each year, and a total of 840 job openings each year.

Automotive service technicians and mechanics - Visit this link for additional information on this career from the Occupational Outlook Handbook; a publication produced and maintained by the United States Department of Labor.

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