Incumbents perform operational duties relating to automotive service and repair.
This is the second level in a four level automotive service series. It is also distinguished from Equipment Mechanic Supervisor in that though the Automotive Technician oversees the work of a Vehicle Service Worker the Automotive Technician does not have supervisory responsibilities. Services or replaces components in vehicle systems such as ignition, changing, brake, electrical, heating, cooling, fuel and suspension systems. Diagnoses refurbishes repairs, overhauls and rebuilds vehicle mechanical systems including engines, drive trains, brakes, electrical, fuel and ignition systems. Troubleshoots driveability and performance using breakout boxes, engine analyzers and electronic scan tool equipment.