ISCO Occupation Group 7412.2 Automotive Electrician
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Automotive Electrician: Automotive electricians install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems in motor vehicles such as air conditioning systems, lamps, radios, heating systems, batteries, electrical wiring and alternators. They use diagnostic testing equipment to inspect vehicles and find faults. To do repair work, they use hand tools and specialised electrical instruments and machines.
Essential Skills
- Apply Health And Safety Standards
- Troubleshoot
- Carry Out Improvised Vehicle Repairs
- Mechanics
- Electronics
- Automotive Diagnostic Equipment
- Vehicle Electrical Systems
- Electrical Wiring Plans
- Car Controls
- Repair Vehicle'S Electrical Equipment
- Perform Test Run
- Use Automotive Diagnostic Equipment
- Read Standard Blueprints
- Fasten Components
- Perform Vehicle Diagnostic Procedures
- Use Specialised Tools In Electric Repairs
- Mechanics Of Motor Vehicles
- Perform Manual Work Autonomously
- Install Car Electronics
- Types Of Vehicles
- Inspect For Faults In The Vehicle'S Electric System
- Install Automotive Electrical Equipment
- Wear Appropriate Protective Gear
- Electricity
- Use Technical Documentation
Optional Skills
- Clean Vehicle Exterior
- Test Electronic Units
- Maintain Electrical Equipment
- Ensure Customer Focus
- Install Transport Equipment Lighting
- Position Vehicles For Maintenance And Repair
- Operate Battery Test Equipment
- Operate Soldering Equipment
- Battery Fluids
- Execute Vehicle Maintenance
- Keep Stock Records
- Identify Customer'S Needs
- Perform Road Testing
- Maintain Electrical Engines
- Repair Vehicle Electrical Systems
- Repair Battery Components
- Write Records For Repairs
- Battery Chemistry
- Diagnose Defective Engines
- Provide Customer Follow-Up Services
- Apply Soldering Techniques
- Conduct Performance Tests
- Install Transport Equipment Batteries
- Battery Components
- Create Technical Plans
- Drive Vehicles
- Maintain Vehicle Records
Alternative Names
- Motor Vehicle Technician, Auto Electrics
- Car Electrician
- Auto Electrical Technician
- Auto Electrician
- Autoelectrical Technician
- Automotive Electrician
- Electrical Installation Technician
- Van Electrician
- Truck Electrician
- Vehicle Body Electrician
- Motor Vehicle Electrical Technician
- Motor Vehicle Electrician
- Auto Technician
