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Motor Mechanics
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Motor Mechanics
Motor Mechanics repair, maintain and test motor vehicle and other internal combustion engines and related mechanical components.
Fun facts
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Stable Future Growth
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1436 Weekly Pay Before Tax
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90% full-time Full-Time Share
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1% female Gender Share
Tasks
There are many tasks done by motor mechanics. A few are listed below:
- detecting and diagnosing faults in engines and parts
- dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checking parts
- repairing and replacing worn and defective parts and reassembling mechanical components, and referring to service manuals as needed
- performing scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups, to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations
- reassembling engines and parts after being repaired
- testing and adjusting mechanical parts after being repaired for proper performance
- diagnosing and testing parts with the assistance of computers
- may inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or detail work required to achieve roadworthiness
Specific occupations
- Motor Mechanic (General)
- Diesel Motor Mechanic
- Motorcycle Mechanic
- Small Engine Mechanic
- Automotive Light Mechanic
- Brake Mechanic
- Ground Support Equipment Fitter (Air Force)
- Roadside Mechanic
- Vehicle Mechanic (Army)
- Automotive Heavy Mechanic
- Chainsaw Mechanic
- Lawnmower Mechanic
- Outboard Motor Mechanic
- Automatic Transmission Mechanic
- Automotive Airconditioning Mechanic