Light Engine Mechanic
Light engine mechanics test, service and repair small engines and parts in motorcycles, boats and other small engine-powered equipment such as chainsaws, brushcutters, lawnmowers, pumps and stationary engines.
Light engine mechanics may perform the following tasks:
- work out mechanical and electrical faults by discussion with users, listening to engines and using specialised testing equipment
- take apart faulty engine assemblies, check parts using precision measuring equipment and refer to workshop manuals
- clean, lubricate and tune engines to make them run properly
- repair damaged or faulty parts by straightening, welding, machining or hand making new metal parts
- repair and adjust electrical faults
- remove small dents in panels, spray paint and do minor trim repairs
- set up and water-test outboard motors.
Specialisations:
Light engine mechanics may specialise.
Lawn-mower Mechanic
A lawn-mower mechanic diagnoses faults and performs necessary repairs on lawn-mowers and related equipment.
Motorcycle Mechanic
A motorcycle mechanic diagnoses faults and performs necessary repairs on motorcycles.
Outboard Motor Mechanic
An outboard motor mechanic diagnoses faults and performs necessary repairs on boat engines.
Light engine mechanics work in workshops and garages. Protective clothing is usually worn.
Personal Requirements:
- enjoy practical and manual work
- physically fit
- normal eyesight and hearing
- technical aptitude
- problem-solving skills
- able to read and interpret technical information from service manuals
- no skin allergies or reactions to grease, oil or petrol.
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