{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:05.760Z","occupation":{"soc":"49-3023.00","title":"Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics","group":"Installation, Maintenance & Repair","sector":"81","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":null,"description":"Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles.","contextCovered":"Quick-service, drivability, diagnostic, heavy-line, and master-tech roles in dealerships and independent shops; mechanical, electrical, and computerized vehicle systems.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Lube, oil, and filter services — perform to manufacturer spec under a senior tech's review.","Tire rotation, balance, and pressure — execute correctly on standard passenger vehicles.","Multi-point inspection checklists — complete reliably on incoming vehicles.","Service writeups in the shop management system — enter accurately under supervision.","Hand and power tools — select and use safely on routine maintenance.","Brake pad and rotor replacements — perform on common vehicles with senior verification.","Battery, wiper, and lamp replacements — complete to spec on quick-service tickets.","Lift safety and vehicle support — apply consistently across the shop.","Manufacturer service intervals — locate and follow in service information systems.","Shop housekeeping and waste handling — maintain to environmental standards."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Routine repairs (brakes, suspension, exhaust) — perform independently across common vehicles.","Customer concerns from the writeup — translate into accurate diagnostic plans.","Common drivability complaints — diagnose with scan tool and basic test equipment.","Wheel alignments — perform and document on a range of vehicle types.","Belts, hoses, fluids, and seals — service correctly across mileage-based intervals.","Electrical complaints (lighting, accessories) — diagnose and repair with reduced oversight.","Service writeups for additional needs — communicate clearly with service advisors.","Warranty repairs — complete to manufacturer documentation requirements.","Quick-service workflow — sustain throughput on a routine day.","Apprentice technicians — guide on common procedures and tool use."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex drivability and electrical faults — diagnose autonomously across vehicle makes.","OEM service information and TSBs — apply correctly to non-obvious problems.","Engine, transmission, and major component R&R — execute on common platforms.","Network and module-related issues (CAN, programming) — diagnose and repair on supported platforms.","Heavy-line and internal repairs — plan and complete to manufacturer spec.","Customer-pay diagnostics — frame, scope, and communicate clearly through the advisor.","Comebacks and chronic concerns — investigate and resolve with structured root-cause work.","Newer technicians on diagnostic technique — mentor across the shop.","Specialty equipment (alignment, A/C, scan tools) — operate and interpret with full confidence.","Estimates and labor times — produce credibly for non-routine work."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Master-level diagnostics across makes and systems — own as the shop's escalation point.","Shop-floor productivity and quality — shape as lead technician or shop foreman.","Technician development and certifications — mentor and progress across the team.","Manufacturer training and program updates — absorb and disseminate across the shop.","Tooling, equipment, and shop layout — plan and recommend with management.","Safety, environmental, and compliance programs — own across the operation.","High-stakes customer concerns — handle with the advisor and management to resolution.","New-model technologies (EV, ADAS, hybrid) — establish capability and standards in the shop.","Warranty audits and OEM relationships — manage credibly on behalf of the shop.","Service-bay throughput and labor utilization — analyze and improve with management."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}