Assessment Template For Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles.
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

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Occupation-Specific

Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Questions25
Time Limit15 min

Tasks

  • Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
  • Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
  • Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
  • Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.

Technology Skills

Data base user interface and query software

AutoZone ALLDATA, Database software, Recordkeeping software, Work order management software

Video creation and editing software

YouTube

Facilities management software

Alliance Automotive Shop Controller, Amcom AUTOS2000, Scott Systems MaxxTraxx Pro, Snap-On ShopKey

Analytical or scientific software

Blue Streak Electronics Buell Diagnostic, CODA Engine Analysis System, Nexiq Tech HDS Suite for Palm, SPX/OTC Genisys ConnecTech PC

Electronic mail software

IBM Notes, Microsoft Outlook

Worker Requirements

Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Questions25
Time Limit15 min
Skills
Repairing
Questions30
Time Limit25 min
Knowledge
Mechanical
Questions25
Time Limit25 min

Skills

Repairing

Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Troubleshooting

Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Operations Monitoring

Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Equipment Maintenance

Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

Knowledge

Mechanical

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Customer and Personal Service

Knowledge 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.

Engineering and Technology

Knowledge 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.

Worker Characteristics

Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Questions25
Time Limit15 min
Skills
Repairing
Questions30
Time Limit25 min
Knowledge
Mechanical
Questions25
Time Limit25 min
Abilities
Deductive Reasoning
Questions20
Time Limit20 min
Interests
Realistic
Questions30
Time Limit25 min
Work Values
Support
Questions20
Time Limit25 min
Work Styles
Attention to Detail
Questions25
Time Limit20 min

Abilities

Deductive Reasoning

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Manual Dexterity

The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

Finger Dexterity

The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

Inductive Reasoning

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Interests

Realistic

Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

Investigative

Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

Conventional

Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

Work Values

Support

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Independence

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

Relationships

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Work Styles

Attention to Detail

Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Dependability

Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Integrity

Job requires being honest and ethical.

Analytical Thinking

Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Independence

Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.

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