8994 Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitters

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• removing old and damaged parts and cleaning surrounding areas on vehicles
• fitting batteries and installing accessories such as sunroofs, stereos and alarms
• removing damaged glass, trimming strips and rubber seals from window frames and mountings on motor vehicles, positioning new windscreens and glass windows on frames and attaching and sealing them
• inspecting, removing and repairing muffler mountings, and fitting new mufflers, extractors and exhaust pipes
• removing radiators from vehicles and cleaning and repairing them
• installing new or repaired radiators into vehicles and repairing and replacing other units in the cooling system such as thermostats, head gaskets and water pumps
• inspecting tyres to determine which repair action to implement and repairing punctures in tubes and tubeless tyres
• operating air driven equipment to remove and refit tyres and tubes on vehicles
• balancing wheels and tyres using static and electronic equipment

• 899411 Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitter (General)
• 899412 Autoglazier
• 899413 Exhaust and Muffler Repairer
• 899414 Radiator Repairer
• 899415 Tyre Fitter

Fits and replaces parts and accessories on motor vehicles.

Skill Level: 4

Alternative Title:

• Windscreen Fitter

Repairs and replaces windscreens and side and rear glass in motor vehicles.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisation:

• Vehicle Window Tinter

Alternative Title:

• Exhaust and Muffler Fitter

Repairs and replaces defective exhaust and muffler systems in motor vehicles.

Skill Level: 4

Alternative Title:

• Radiator Fitter

Repairs and replaces radiators and cooling systems in motor vehicles.

Skill Level: 4

Fits, repairs and replaces tyres on motor vehicles.

Skill Level: 4