Automotive general service technicians diagnose and repair motor vehicles, and perform other tasks such as vehicle inspection, tire and lubrication services.
Automotive General Service Technician
This 16-week course prepares individuals with disabilities to work in the automotive industry as entry-level General Service Technicians. These positions can include doing such tasks as:
- Lubrication & changing fluids
- Changing & balancing tires
- Testing, charging, & starting systems
- Battery replacement
- Tune-ups
- Vehicle inspections & brake repair
Training Includes:
- Customer service
- Shop safety
- Automotive maintenance & repair
- How to use equipment including:
- Tire balancing machine
- Tire mounting machine
- Lifts
- Hand & Power tools
- Alignment machine
Program Requirements:
- Valid driver’s license with no more than 2 points
- The ability to lift 50 pounds
- The ability to squat, stoop and kneel
- 3rd grade reading level
- A 30-day trial or career assessment may be required
- Certain criminal backgrounds will prevent individuals from being in the program.
Employment Outlook:
Entry-level Automotive General Service Technician jobs generally have an average starting salary of $9.65 per hour and can be as high as $19.28 per hour.