Automotive Specialty Technicians

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 23,420 - 66,950; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking an Automotive Specialty Technician in the United States. In this role, you will diagnose and repair various vehicle systems including regenerative braking, air conditioning, and engine management systems. The ideal candidate should possess skills in troubleshooting and repairing machinery, and knowledge of tools such as Microsoft Office and estimating software. The salary range for this position is between $23,420 and $66,950 a year, depending on location and experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair regenerative braking systems or hydraulic systems in hybrid vehicles.
• Install or repair air conditioners and service components.
• Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings.
• Service biodiesel fuel tanks for algae or sludge accumulation.
• Diagnose and replace or repair engine management systems.
• Inspect propane or natural gas high-pressure tanks.

Skills

Repairing

Troubleshooting

Operation and Control

Critical Thinking

Operation Monitoring

Judgment and Decision Making

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Data entry software

Estimating software

Snap-On ShopKey

Alliance Automotive Shop Controller

Job description

Automotive Specialty Technician

What is an Automotive Specialty Technician?

Automotive Specialty Technician Definition Repair only one system or component on a vehicle, such as brakes, suspension, or radiator.

Life As an Automotive Specialty Technician

• Diagnose and repair regenerative braking systems or hydraulic systems in hybrid vehicles.
• Install or repair air conditioners and service components, such as compressors, condensers, and controls.
• Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
• Service biodiesel fuel tanks for algae or sludge accumulation by cleaning, changing filters, or adding algaecides.
• Diagnose and replace or repair engine management systems or related sensors for flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) with ignition timing, fuel rate, alcohol concentration, or air‑to‑fuel ratio malfunctions.
• Inspect propane or natural gas high‑pressure tanks, piping, or pressure regulators.

Automotive Specialty Technician Needed Skills

• Repairing: Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
• Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Operation and Control: Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Related Job Titles for this Occupation

• Automobile Service Station Mechanic
• Automotive Technician (Auto Technician)
• Hydraulic Specialist
• Hydramatic Mechanic
• Front End Mechanic

What Tools & Technology do Automotive Specialty Technicians Use?

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Outlook
• Data entry software
• Microsoft Windows
• Database software
• IBM Notes
• Scheduling software
• YouTube
• Internet browser software
• Estimating software
• Technical manual database software
• Snap-On ShopKey
• Alliance Automotive Shop Controller
• Online service manual database software

Salary Range

The salary for Automotive Specialty Technicians ranges between about $23,420 and $66,950 a year, depending on location and experience.