Position vehicles for maintenance and repair

Description

Place vehicles in the right position (such as on top of a pneumatic lift) for repair and maintenance tasks. Follow safety procedures.

Alternative labels

position a vehicle for maintenance and repair
stick vehicles for maintenance and repair
positioning vehicles for maintenance and repair
locate vehicles for maintenance and repair
put vehicles for maintenance and repair
arrange vehicles for maintenance and repair
position vehicles for maintenance and repairs

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Position vehicles for maintenance and repair 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.
Vehicle technician: Vehicle technicians inspect, test and maintain vehicles, motorcycles, engine tune-ups and tyre replacements. They repair engine failures, lube replacements. Vehicle technicians replace vehicle components and evaluate warranty options.

 

Optional skill

Position vehicles for maintenance and repair 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.

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.
Rolling stock electrician: Rolling stock electricians install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems in rail vehicles such as air conditioning systems, lamps, heating systems, electrical wiring etc. 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.

 


 

References

  1. Position vehicles for maintenance and repair – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022