Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Technician

Individuals successfully completing this certificate will be ready for employment opportunities in the automotive repair industry as Maintenance and Light Repair Technicians.Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Technicians identify vehicle problems using computerized diagnostic equipment, plan work procedures using manuals, test parts and systems to ensure operability, and perform minor repairs, such as adjusting brakes, replacing spark plugs, or changing engine oil filters. They grease and lubricate key vehicle components, perform tire maintenance, maintain parts inventory, perform service level checks, and interact with customers. Criminal background checks and random drug testing may be required for employment.Students in this program should be detail-oriented and have the ability to follow safe work practices. In addition to dependability and integrity, mathematical, technical, and mechanical aptitudes are desirable for this field. Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Technicians should have the ability to stand or crouch for long periods of time, work in confined spaces, and have the capacity to lift 35 pounds regularly. Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Technicians can find employment within commercial settings. Vehicle service stations, new and used vehicle dealerships, and industrial fleet maintenance operations are all potential employers.According to the U.S. Department of Labor, overall employment of Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Technicians is expected to grow 7% from 2022-2032 in Maryland. Projected annual job openings in Maryland are 1,710.

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