WHAT YOU DO
First, you got your driver’s licence; then you got a car. Now you’re spending every spare moment with your head under the hood and all of your money on new parts. Sound familiar? What if you could turn your obsession into a career?
As an Automotive Service Technician, you will work in a garage or on a factory floor with vehicles of all shapes and sizes—everything from a vintage roadster to an electric Tesla, and even light trucks. Every vehicle is a bit different and it’s up to you to quickly isolate the problem, find a solution and send drivers safely on their way.
WHAT YOU LEARN
- How to inspect, diagnose and service cars and light trucks
- How to repair engines, steering systems, braking systems, vehicle suspensions, electrical systems and more
- How to use computerized diagnostic equipment to test and adjust key vehicle components
- How to perform preventative maintenance, including wheel alignments, oil changes and tune ups
WHO YOU WORK FOR
As an Automotive Service Technician, you can work for a motor vehicle manufacturing company, a motor vehicle dealer, or anywhere where motor vehicles are serviced, like an automotive specialty shop or a service station.
Types of Workplaces
- Auto Shops
- Municipalities
- Vehicle Rental Agencies
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You will be paired with a Red Seal Mechanic who will ensure that you have a solid mechanical foundation and will help you develop your skills in servicing and repairing all automobile components—from the suspension, through the drive-train, and even the electrical systems.
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