Mechanic

An auto mechanic performs small truck and car maintenance, diagnostic tests, repairs, and inspections. They are working on engines, driving belts, transmissions, and electronic systems such as steering systems, brakes, and accident avoidance. A car service may involve up to 50 or more components, system checks and adjustments including: change of engine oil and/or replacement of philtres. Check lights, tyres, exhaust and brake and steering operations. Ensure your engine is ‘tuned’ to run in its peak state. A full service usually includes everything apart for any parts specified as requiring replacement in your vehicles servicing schedule, such as fuel filters, spark plugs etc. These can be added as chargeable extras or, some garages refer to it as a major service and will charge accordingly.

Most vehicle technicians / mechanics operate from Monday to Friday about 40 hours a week, but working on the weekends is also popular. Depending on the nature of the business worked for, there might be a need for shift work, generally on a rota basis, and many mechanics typically work through the night, particularly those working for heavy garages.Vehicle technicians / mechanics have numerous opportunities to advance throughout their profession. Most mechanics carry out more on-the-job training after they have completed their initial qualifications, usually in the form of an NVQ in relevant subjects such as Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, Equipment Installation, Vehicle Body and Paint Operations and Roadside Assistance and