automotive electrician

Automotive electricians install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems in motor vehicles such as air conditioning systems, lamps, radios, heating systems, batteries, electrical wiring and alternators. They use diagnostic testing equipment to inspect vehicles and find faults. To do repair work, they use hand tools and specialised electrical instruments and machines.

Alternative Labels

auto electrical technician

autoelectrical technician

auto electrician

automotive electrician

auto technician

car electrician

electrical installation technician

motor vehicle electrical technician

motor vehicle electrician

motor vehicle technician, auto electrics

truck electrician

van electrician

vehicle body electrician

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

apply health and safety standards carry out improvised vehicle repairs fasten components inspect for faults in the vehicle's electric system install automotive electrical equipment install car electronics perform manual work autonomously perform test run perform vehicle diagnostic procedures read standard blueprints repair vehicle's electrical equipment troubleshoot use automotive diagnostic equipment use specialised tools in electric repairs use technical documentation wear appropriate protective gear

Essential Knowledge

automotive diagnostic equipment car controls electrical wiring plans electricity electronics energy storage systems mechanics mechanics of motor vehicles types of vehicles vehicle electrical systems

Optional Skills and Competences

apply soldering techniques clean vehicle exterior conduct performance tests create technical plans diagnose defective engines drive vehicles ensure client orientation execute vehicle maintenance identify customer's needs install transport equipment batteries install transport equipment lighting keep stock records maintain electrical engines maintain electrical equipment maintain vehicle records operate battery test equipment operate soldering equipment perform road testing of vehicles position vehicles for maintenance and repair provide customer follow-up services repair battery components repair vehicle electrical systems test electronic units write records for repairs

Optional Knowledge

battery chemistry battery components battery fluids

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/6656337f-67eb-4f48-b1e4-ecccdfa44dd2

Status

released

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