Carry out improvised vehicle repairs

Identify mechanical/technical car problems; perform improvised or intermediate repairs on vehicles; take into account individual customer requests.

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skill/competence

sector-specific

Carry out improvised vehicle repairs is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Vehicle maintenance attendant: Vehicle maintenance attendants execute basic tasks such as changing oil, changing filters, changing spark plugs at a vehicle maintenance station.
Automotive electrician: Automotive electricians install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems in motor vehicles such as air conditioning systems, lamps, radios, heating systems, batteries, electrical wiring and alternators. They use diagnostic testing equipment to inspect vehicles and find faults. To do repair work, they use hand tools and specialised electrical instruments and machines.

Carry out improvised vehicle repairs is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Land-based machinery technician: Land-based machinery technicians maintain, overhaul and repair agricultural equipment and machinery.
Fuel station specialised seller: Fuel station specialised sellers sell fuel, ​lubricating and cooling products for motor vehicles and motorcycles in a fuel station.
Specialised seller: Specialised sellers sell goods in specialised shops.

References

1. Carry out improvised vehicle repairs – ESCO