Career Details
Automotive Technician
Inspect, maintain, and repair cars.
Overview
Inspect, maintain, and repair cars.
What you'll do
- Identify mechanical problems, often by using computerized diagnostic equipment
- Perform basic care and maintenance, including changing oil, giving tuneups, checking fluid levels, and rotating tires
- Repair or replace worn parts, such as brake pads and wheel bearings
- Disassemble and reassemble parts
- Use testing equipment to ensure that repairs and maintenance are effective