Outline

Manual work/skills involved in repairs and maintenance of motorized vehicles.

Tasks

	performed	performed	observed
	alone	with help
1. Servicing
-Perform engine power flush	_____	_____	_____
-Perform oil and filter change	_____	_____	_____
-Assist in component removal	_____	_____	_____
-Trace fluid leaks	_____	_____	_____
-Remove, inspect and replace air cleaner	_____	_____	_____
-Participate in pre-delivery inspections	_____	_____	_____
-Assist in the removal and installation of gas tanks	_____	_____	_____
-Wash and wax vehicles	_____	_____	_____
-Install accessories such as mirrors, radios, etc.	_____	_____	_____
-Perform chassis lubrication	_____	_____	_____
-Winterize vehicles; lube job, anti-freeze, tires	_____	_____	_____
2. Electrical Systems
-Clean and inspect parts	_____	_____	_____
-Inspect interior and exterior lighting of vehicles; repair and maintain	_____	_____	_____
-Maintaining and repairing heating systems; water hoses, cooling systems, air conditioning, fan belts	_____	_____	_____
-Clean, test and replace spark plugs	_____	_____	_____
-Inspect distributor caps, rotors,plug wires	_____	_____	_____
-Repair or replace alternators and generators	_____	_____	_____
-Align headlamps	_____	_____	_____
-Test electrical circuits	_____	_____	_____
-Recharge and replace batteries, cables and battery boxes	_____	_____	_____
-Clean and add water to battery	_____	_____	_____
-Perform final idles and fuel mixture adjustments	_____	_____	_____
-Adjust ignition timing	_____	_____	_____
-Check computer fault codes	_____	_____	_____
-Check sensor valves	_____	_____	_____
3. Tires, Brakes and Alignments
-Install tires to rims	_____	_____	_____
-Balance, rotate and install tires to vehicles	_____	_____	_____
-Lubricate or replace c/v joints and boots	_____	_____	_____
-Perform oil pressure tests	_____	_____	_____
-Repair tire air leaks	_____	_____	_____
-Assist with front end alignment and 4 wheel align.	_____	_____	_____
-Replace and repair brakes; brake shoes, lines and hoses, wheel cylinders, hand-brake linkages	_____	_____	_____
-Adjust, inspect and pack wheel bearing and seals	_____	_____	_____
-Inspect and turn brake drums and rotors	_____	_____	_____
-Bleed brakes	_____	_____	_____
-Repair or replace disc brakes, hydraulic lines, fittings and control valves	_____	_____	_____
-Replace shock absorber and mountings	_____	_____	_____
-Repair or replace rear suspension systems	_____	_____	_____
-Replace struts	_____	_____	_____
4. Transmission and Steering
-Clean and visually inspect the transmission	_____	_____	_____
-Adjust linkage from engine to transmission	_____	_____	_____
-Diagnose, replace or adjust modulators	_____	_____	_____
-Install automatic transmissions and cooling systems	_____	_____	_____
-Replace seals, gaskets and switches	_____	_____	_____
-Replace power steering pumps and hoses	_____	_____	_____
-Replace belts, set tensions and steering gear assemblies	_____	_____	_____
-Check power steering fluid	_____	_____	_____
-Lubricate steering boxes and linkages	_____	_____	_____
5. Engine and Power Train Maintenance and Repair
-Wire brush valves to remove carbon build-up	_____	_____	_____
-Remove and sandblast spark plugs	_____	_____	_____
-Remove and replace rocker cover	_____	_____	_____
-Install rings on pistons and oil pans	_____	_____	_____
-Assist with removal and replacement of clutch, transmission, differential and engine	_____	_____	_____
-Remove and replace cranking motors	_____	_____	_____
-Perform general tune-up procedures	_____	_____	_____
-Change automatic transmission fluid and filters	_____	_____	_____
-Replacements; universal joints, gaskets and seals, pinion seal, pilot bearings, speedometers, etc.	_____	_____	_____
-Inspections; drive shafts, u-joints, centre bearings	_____	_____	_____
-Engine replacements; valves, timing gears, sprockets, covers, chains, belts, rings, pistons, mufflers, flywheels, camshafts and bearings	_____	_____	_____
-Disassemble engines to inspect, replace and overhaul	_____	_____	_____
6. General Shop Duties
-Assist master mechanic and apprentice	_____	_____	_____
-Pick up and deliver parts	_____	_____	_____
-Move vehicles in and out of shop	_____	_____	_____
-Assist in drive tests	_____	_____	_____
-Deliver vehicles to customers	_____	_____	_____
-Organize mechanic's tools	_____	_____	_____
-Understand and assist in certifications	_____	_____	_____
-Shop housekeeping; sweeping, cleaning, emptying cans and ashtrays, maintaining inventory control	_____	_____	_____
-Dealing with customers; advice, complaints, work orders, answer telephones	_____	_____	_____
-Preparing evaluation reports on different areas to repair	_____	_____	_____
-Plan and lay out jobs	_____	_____	_____
-Service accessory units	_____	_____	_____
-Participate in staff meetings	_____	_____	_____
ADDITIONAL TASKS
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Equipment Used	Related Positions
Hydraulic jacks and lifts _____	Transmission Mechanic
Battery tester _____	Industrial Truck Mechanic
Spark plug cleaner _____	Aircraft Mechanic
Drill press _____	Farm/Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Valve grinder _____	Small Engine Repair
Electric welder _____	Motorcycle Mechanic
Timing light _____	Elevator Mechanic
Brake drum light _____	Maintenance Mechanic
Diagnostic machine _____	Tune-up Specialist
Tire machine _____	Muffler Mechanic
Power and hand tools _____
Booster cables _____
Jack stands _____
Chain hoists _____
Transmission lifts _____