Engine Reconditioner

Engine reconditioners set up and operate machinery to restore and recondition the machined surfaces of engines and related vehicle components.

Engine reconditioners may perform the following tasks:

• dismantle, check and inspect engines for wear
• align, bore, re-bore and re-metal bearings
• re-bore cylinders and grind valves
• re-grind camshafts and crankshafts
• repair and recondition cylinder heads
• check various components using micrometers and dial indicators
• diagnose reasons for engine failure
• pressure-test cylinder blocks and cylinder heads
• overhaul components
• install engines in cars, boats, trucks or tractors
• assemble engines after repair
• balance tailshafts, crankshafts and flywheels.

Engine reconditioners work in specialised workshops, sometimes concentrating on one aspect of the job. They wear protective clothing while on the job and may use special cleaning fluids.

Personal Requirements:

• enjoy practical and manual work
• mechanical aptitude
• good eyesight (may be corrected) for precision work
• able to keep up to date with technological change.

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• Automotive Air Conditioning Fitter
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