Automotive Service Technician 1 program is the first of four Automotive Service Technician programs leading to a Red Seal Inter-provincial certification.
Certified Automotive Service Technicians are involved in inspecting, maintaining and repairing automobiles and light trucks that run on gasoline, diesel, electricity or alternative fuels such as ethanol. The increasing sophistication of automobiles and trucks requires technicians who can use computerized shop equipment and work with electronic components while maintaining their skills with traditional hand tools.
The Automotive Service Technician 1 is usually involved in:
Following a checklist to ensure important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, wheels and suspension systems.
Performing routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes and lubrications.
Preparation of Oxy/acetylene and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) functions.
Repairing, relining, replacing and adjusting brakes.
Repair and/or rebuild steering & suspension systems and perform wheel alignments.
Following procedures for basic scan tool use and electronic diagnosis.
Conferring with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems, and to discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements.
