Motor Mechanics

Motor Mechanics repair, maintain and test motor vehicle and other internal combustion engines and related mechanical components.

What the job involves

• Detecting and diagnosing faults in engines and parts

• Dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checking parts

• Repairing and replacing worn and defective parts and reassembling mechanical components, and referring to service manuals as needed

• Performing scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups, to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations

• Reassembling engines and parts after being repaired

• Testing and adjusting mechanical parts after being repaired for proper performance

• Diagnosing and testing parts with the assistance of computers

• May inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or detail work required to achieve roadworthiness