Motor vehicle mechanics and repairers fit, install, maintain, service and repair engines and the mechanical and related equipment of passenger cars, delivery trucks, motorcycles and other motor vehicles.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- A Plant Mechanic / Diesel Fitter in Auckland in manufacturing earned minimum $65,000.00 and maximum $100,000.00 per year in 2022.
- A Plant Mechanic / Diesel Fitter in Auckland in manufacturing earned minimum $45,000.00 and maximum $55,000.00 per year in 2022.
- A Plant Mechanic / Diesel Fitter in Christchurch in manufacturing earned minimum $65,000.00 and maximum $90,000.00 per year in 2022.
Job Definition
- Detecting and diagnosing faults in engines and parts
- Fitting, examining, testing and servicing motor vehicle and motorcycle engines
- Replacing engine components or complete engines
- Fitting, examining, adjusting, dismantling, rebuilding and replacing defective parts of motor vehicles
- Installing or adjusting motors and brakes, and adjusting steering or other parts of motor vehicles
- Installing, adjusting, servicing and replacing mechatronics components of motor vehicles
- Performing scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups, to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations
- Reassembling engines and parts after being repaired