Standard Occupational(SOC) Code: 493023
Standard Occupational(SOC) Title: Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Job Description:
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles. Exclude "Automotive Body and Related Repairers" (49-3021), "Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists" (49-3031), and "Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles" (49-2096).


Skills Description
TroubleshootingDetermining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
RepairingRepairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Equipment SelectionDetermining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Active LearningUnderstanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Knowledge Description
MechanicalKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Computers and ElectronicsKnowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Customer and Personal ServiceKnowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Education and TrainingKnowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Engineering and TechnologyKnowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.


Experience Definition
Overall ExperienceSome previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.
Job TrainingEmployees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.
EducationThese occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.



Source: Agency for Workforce Innovation - Labor Market Statistics
Occupational Informational Network(O*Net)