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What's it like a day in the life of an Auto Mechanic?
I am looking forward to a career as an auto mechanic and would like to know the daily obstacles a mechanic goes through. The pros and cons of being a mechanic.
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Brandon’s Answer
At one time, I was a mechanic and I still work in the automotive industry. Simply put, mechanics are problem solvers. It is a very rewarding career; you will always be in demand and can make a comfortable living for yourself. Depending on the dealership or repair shop, you may or many not have to interact directly with customers. Every day you are prioritizing your workload to meet customer demand.
Daily obstacles- Every vehicle presents a new experience. Some vehicles will need maintenance items you can perform and return to the customer. Other vehicles will have complex problems and may be difficult to repair. Sometimes you will have too much work and it will be challenging to meet customer demand. Other times you will not have work at all and may not earn any pay. Sometimes you will not have the parts you need or customer permission to perform unexpected repairs. Both of these can be point of frustration as they consume your time and energy.
Pros- Always in demand, rewarding if you like to solve problems and work with your hands, you gain valuable skills and knowledge.
Cons- Paid by commission can be difficult when starting out, tools can get expensive and mistakes can be costly.
The world needs mechanics, go for it!
Daily obstacles- Every vehicle presents a new experience. Some vehicles will need maintenance items you can perform and return to the customer. Other vehicles will have complex problems and may be difficult to repair. Sometimes you will have too much work and it will be challenging to meet customer demand. Other times you will not have work at all and may not earn any pay. Sometimes you will not have the parts you need or customer permission to perform unexpected repairs. Both of these can be point of frustration as they consume your time and energy.
Pros- Always in demand, rewarding if you like to solve problems and work with your hands, you gain valuable skills and knowledge.
Cons- Paid by commission can be difficult when starting out, tools can get expensive and mistakes can be costly.
The world needs mechanics, go for it!
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Sydney’s Answer
Dominick,
I did some research (googled auto mechanic) and found information regarding Auto Mechanics. The following duties and responsibilities can be found on https://www.thebalancecareers.com/automotive-mechanic-job-description-salary-and-skills-2061763 along with more information.
Automotive Mechanic Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Interact with customers to obtain information about the problems they're experiencing with their cars.
2. Examine various systems within cars to diagnose problems. They run computerized diagnostic tests to help them identify components that might be malfunctioning.
3. Remove parts that are worn or not operating properly and replace them with new or used parts.
4. Perform routine maintenance like oil, filter, and belt changes according to schedules established by various car manufacturers.
5. Explain repairs to customers and provide estimates for unanticipated repairs.
6. Pitch optional repairs or preventative maintenance to customers to generate additional revenue for the shop, although this can depend upon the employer.
7. Keep detailed records on all work performed.
As a car owner, I do some maintenance and repair but I also take the car to a mechanic for repairs/maintenance I cannot do. Mechanics need people skills to communicate with the customer, analytical skills to identify the cause of the problem, and be able to explain the cost of the repair to get the customer's approval before getting the parts and completing the job. There are many skills needed as a mechanic, all of which can be learned through education and experience.
Below are some additional information you may want to review to find out more about Auto Mechanics:
https://www.yourfreecareertest.com/auto-mechanic/
https://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/auto-mechanic
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/automotive-service-technicians-and-mechanics.htm
Regards,
Sydney
Research more information online on auto mechanic
Create a list of questions you want to ask an Auto Mechanic
Call some of your local auto mechanics and ask to interview or shadow them because you are interested in being a mechanic (use your list of questions)
I did some research (googled auto mechanic) and found information regarding Auto Mechanics. The following duties and responsibilities can be found on https://www.thebalancecareers.com/automotive-mechanic-job-description-salary-and-skills-2061763 along with more information.
Automotive Mechanic Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Interact with customers to obtain information about the problems they're experiencing with their cars.
2. Examine various systems within cars to diagnose problems. They run computerized diagnostic tests to help them identify components that might be malfunctioning.
3. Remove parts that are worn or not operating properly and replace them with new or used parts.
4. Perform routine maintenance like oil, filter, and belt changes according to schedules established by various car manufacturers.
5. Explain repairs to customers and provide estimates for unanticipated repairs.
6. Pitch optional repairs or preventative maintenance to customers to generate additional revenue for the shop, although this can depend upon the employer.
7. Keep detailed records on all work performed.
As a car owner, I do some maintenance and repair but I also take the car to a mechanic for repairs/maintenance I cannot do. Mechanics need people skills to communicate with the customer, analytical skills to identify the cause of the problem, and be able to explain the cost of the repair to get the customer's approval before getting the parts and completing the job. There are many skills needed as a mechanic, all of which can be learned through education and experience.
Below are some additional information you may want to review to find out more about Auto Mechanics:
https://www.yourfreecareertest.com/auto-mechanic/
https://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/auto-mechanic
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/automotive-service-technicians-and-mechanics.htm
Regards,
Sydney
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Thank you Sydney! I really appreciate this as this would help my future career choice.
Dominick
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Hello Dominick,
it's a great career you have aspired for I must say. On daily basis, you must be very attentive to customers, prioritize your schedules based on your customer needs, have a good sense of the market, be proactive and analytical when sharing details. To master this, I would suggest you take any basic study in Applied Electricity and Auto Mechanics and also enroll for an apprenticeship program with any firm in this area.
it's a great career you have aspired for I must say. On daily basis, you must be very attentive to customers, prioritize your schedules based on your customer needs, have a good sense of the market, be proactive and analytical when sharing details. To master this, I would suggest you take any basic study in Applied Electricity and Auto Mechanics and also enroll for an apprenticeship program with any firm in this area.
Thank you Daniel, this information is very useful for me. I appreciate it very much.
Dominick