351433 Diesel Technician

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Diesel Motor Mechanic

• Automotive Heavy Mechanic

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience

• Inspects diesel motors in heavy and lightweight vehicles, and mechanical parts to identify faults and determine repair requirements
• Tests and diagnoses faults in diesel motors and mechanical systems using electronic diagnostic equipment, and interprets findings
• Dismantles and removes engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms, and other components, and checks parts
• Repairs or replaces worn and faulty parts by welding, bolting, riveting, or soldering
• Reassembles engine components and installs repaired engines in vehicles
• Adjusts and repairs electrical and mechanical systems, such as ignition, fuel injection, and cooling and lubrication systems
• Tests and adjusts mechanical systems after repairs and servicing
• Performs routine maintenance, such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery