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TITLE: Automotive Master Mechanics
DEFINITION: Repair automobiles, trucks, buses, and other vehicles. Master mechanics repair virtually any part on the vehicle or specialize in the transmission system.
TASKS:
1. Repairs and overhauls defective automotive units, such as engines, transmissions, or differentials.
2. Repairs or replaces parts, such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
3. Overhauls or replaces carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
4. Repairs manual and automatic transmissions.
5. Repairs, relines, replaces, and adjusts brakes.
6. Rewires ignition system, lights, and instrument panel.
7. Repairs or replaces shock absorbers.
8. Installs and repairs accessories, such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
9. Repairs radiator leaks.
10. Replaces and adjusts headlights.
11. Examines vehicles and discusses extent of damage or malfunction with customer.
12. Aligns front end.
13. Rebuilds parts, such as crankshafts and cylinder blocks.
14. Repairs damaged automobile bodies.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge elements are ranked by importance.
100 Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance
54 Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of electric circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming
50 Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of equipment, tools, mechanical devices, and their uses to produce motion, light, power, technology, and other applications
46 Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including needs assessment techniques, quality service standards, alternative delivery systems, and customer satisfaction evaluation techniques
38 Physics
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, and applications including air, water, material dynamics, light, atomic principles, heat, electric theory, earth formations, and meteorological and related natural phenomena
33 Mathematics
Knowledge of numbers, their operations, and interrelationships including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
33 English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
25 Chemistry
Knowledge of the composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods
25 Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of weaponry, public safety, and security operations, rules, regulations, precautions, prevention, and the protection of people, data, and property
25 Design
Knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
21 Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance, mental processes, psychological research methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders
21 Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
17 Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings
17 Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods involved in showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategies and tactics, product demonstration and sales techniques, and sales control systems
17 Law, Government and Jurisprudence
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process
17 Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including their relative costs, advantages, and limitations
13 Education and Training
Knowledge of instructional methods and training techniques including curriculum design principles, learning theory, group and individual teaching techniques, design of individual development plans, and test design principles
8 Geography
Knowledge of various methods for describing the location and distribution of land, sea, and air masses including their physical locations, relationships, and characteristics
8 Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of information and techniques needed to rehabilitate physical and mental ailments and to provide career guidance including alternative treatments, rehabilitation equipment and its proper use, and methods to evaluate treatment effects
8 Production and Processing
Knowledge of inputs, outputs, raw materials, waste, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing the manufacture and distribution of goods
4 Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data
4 Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures
4 Sociology and Anthropology
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, cultures, their history, migrations, ethnicity, and origins
4 Philosophy and Theology
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions, including their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, and practices, and their impact on human culture
SKILLS:
Skills elements are ranked by importance.
92 Repairing
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools
88 Troubleshooting
Determining what is causing an operating error and deciding what to do about it
79 Problem Identification
Identifying the nature of problems
79 Equipment Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed
75 Installation
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications
63 Equipment Selection
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
58 Operation Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
54 Product Inspection
Inspecting and evaluating the quality of products
54 Testing
Conducting tests to determine whether equipment, software, or procedures are operating as expected
50 Critical Thinking
Using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches
50 Information Gathering
Knowing how to find information and identifying essential information
46 Technology Design
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs
46 Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems
42 Information Organization
Finding ways to structure or classify multiple pieces of information
42 Solution Appraisal
Observing and evaluating the outcomes of a problem solution to identify lessons learned or redirect efforts
38 Judgment and Decision Making
Weighing the relative costs and benefits of a potential action
38 Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
33 Idea Generation
Generating a number of different approaches to problems
29 Operations Analysis
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design
29 Speaking
Talking to others to effectively convey information
29 Management of Material Resources
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work
25 Idea Evaluation
Evaluating the likely success of an idea in relation to the demands of the situation
25 Active Listening
Listening to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate
25 Systems Evaluation
Looking at many indicators of system performance, taking into account their accuracy
25 Science
Using scientific methods to solve problems
25 Identification of Key Causes
Identifying the things that must be changed to achieve a goal
25 Active Learning
Working with new material or information to grasp its implications
21 Monitoring
Assessing how well one is doing when learning or doing something
21 Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems
17 Visioning
Developing an image of how a system should work under ideal conditions
17 Synthesis/Reorganization
Reorganizing information to get a better approach to problems or tasks
13 Writing
Communicating effectively with others in writing as indicated by the needs of the audience
13 Social Perceptiveness
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react the way they do
13 Service Orientation
Actively looking for ways to help people
13 Identifying Downstream Consequences
Determining the long-term outcomes of a change in operations
13 Implementation Planning
Developing approaches for implementing an idea
13 Systems Perception
Determining when important changes have occurred in a system or are likely to occur
13 Time Management
Managing one's own time and the time of others
8 Coordination
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
8 Programming
Writing computer programs for various purposes
4 Learning Strategies
Using multiple approaches when learning or teaching new things
4 Management of Financial Resources
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures .
ABILITIES:
Abilities elements are ranked by importance.
83 Information Ordering
The ability to correctly follow a given rule or set of rules in order to arrange things or actions in a certain order. The things or actions can include numbers, letters, words, pictures, procedures, sentences, and mathematical or logical operations.
79 Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
75 Extent Flexibility
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs
75 Hearing Sensitivity
The ability to detect or tell the difference between sounds that vary over broad ranges of pitch and loudness
75 Manual Dexterity
The ability to quickly make coordinated movements of one hand, a hand together with its arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
75 Visualization
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged
71 Control Precision
The ability to quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions
67 Arm-Hand Steadiness
The ability to keep the hand and arm steady while making an arm movement or while holding the arm and hand in one position
67 Finger Dexterity
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
67 Visual Color Discrimination
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness
63 Inductive Reasoning
The ability to combine separate pieces of information, or specific answers to problems, to form general rules or conclusions. It includes coming up with a logical explanation for why a series of seemingly unrelated events occur together.
63 Static Strength
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects
63 Near Vision
The ability to see details of objects at a close range (within a few feet of the observer)
58 Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to come up with logical answers. It involves deciding if an answer makes sense.
58 Reaction Time
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to one signal (sound, light, picture, etc.) when it appears
58 Wrist-Finger Speed
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
58 Auditory Attention
The ability to focus on a single source of auditory (hearing) information in the presence of other distracting sounds
54 Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
54 Sound Localization
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated
54 Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
50 Trunk Strength
The ability to use one's abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing
50 Selective Attention
The ability to concentrate and not be distracted while performing a task over a period of time
50 Perceptual Speed
The ability to quickly and accurately compare letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object
50 Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
46 Multilimb Coordination
The ability to coordinate movements of two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the body is in motion
46 Memorization
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures
46 Explosive Strength
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object
42 Fluency of Ideas
The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a given topic. It concerns the number of ideas produced and not the quality, correctness, or creativity of the ideas.
42 Depth Perception
The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or to judge the distance between an object and the observer
42 Dynamic Flexibility
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs
42 Spatial Orientation
The ability to know one's location in relation to the environment, or to know where other objects are in relation to one's self
42 Gross Body Coordination
The ability to coordinate the movement of the arms, legs, and torso together in activities where the whole body is in motion
42 Speed of Closure
The ability to quickly make sense of information that seems to be without meaning or organization. It involves quickly combining and organizing different pieces of information into a meaningful pattern
42 Speech Clarity
The ability to speak clearly so that it is understandable to a listener
38 Number Facility
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly
38 Dynamic Strength
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue
38 Category Flexibility
The ability to produce many rules so that each rule tells how to group (or combine) a set of things in a different way.
38 Response Orientation
The ability to choose quickly and correctly between two or more movements in response to two or more signals (lights, sounds, pictures, etc.). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body parts
33 Written Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
33 Originality
The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem
33 Mathematical Reasoning
The ability to understand and organize a problem and then to select a mathematical method or formula to solve the problem
33 Flexibility of Closure
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material
33 Time Sharing
The ability to efficiently shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources)
33 Speed of Limb Movement
The ability to quickly move the arms or legs
29 Far Vision
The ability to see details at a distance
29 Rate Control
The ability to time the adjustments of a movement or equipment control in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a continuously moving object or scene
25 Speech Recognition
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person
21 Stamina
The ability to exert one's self physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath
21 Gross Body Equilibrium
The ability to keep or regain one's body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position
17 Night Vision
The ability to see under low light conditions
17 Peripheral Vision
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are focused forward
4 Glare Sensitivity
The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting
WORK ACTIVITIES:
Work activities elements are ranked by importance.
96 Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Fixing, servicing, aligning, setting up, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
92 Updating and Using Job-Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and knowing one's own jobs' and related jobs' functions.
92 Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Inspecting or diagnosing equipment, structures, or materials to identify the causes of errors or other problems or defects.
88 Repairing and Maintaining Electrical Equipment
Fixing, servicing, adjusting, regulating, calibrating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
88 Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
88 Handling and Moving Objects
Using one's own hands and arms in handling, installing, forming, positioning, and moving materials, or in manipulating things, including the use of keyboards.
83 Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require moving one's whole body, such as in climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, where the activities often also require considerable use of the arms and legs, such as in the physical handling of materials.
83 Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Identifying information received by making estimates or categorizations, recognizing differences or similarities, or sensing changes in circumstances or events.
79 Evaluating Information Against Standards
Evaluating information against a set of standards and verifying that it is correct.
75 Implementing Ideas or Programs
Conducting or carrying out work procedures and activities in accord with one's own ideas or information provided through directions/instructions for purposes of installing, modifying, preparing, delivering, constructing, integrating, finishing, or completing programs, systems, structures, or products.
75 Getting Information Needed to Do the Job
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
75 Monitor Processes, Material, or Surroundings
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, often to detect problems or to find out when things are finished.
67 Documenting or Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in either written form or by electronic/magnetic recording.
67 Judging Qualities of Things, Services, or People
Making judgments about or assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
67 Estimating Needed Characteristics
Estimating the Characteristics of Materials, Products, Events, or Information: Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities, or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
67 Operating Vehicles or Equipment
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
67 Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Combining, evaluating, and reasoning with information and data to make decisions and solve problems. These processes involve making decisions about the relative importance of information and choosing the best solution.
63 Communicating With Persons Outside Organization
Communicating with persons outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer.
54 Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing
Developing plans to accomplish work, and prioritizing and organizing one's own work.
54 Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying underlying principles, reasons, or facts by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
50 Communicating With Other Workers
Providing information to supervisors, fellow workers, and subordinates. This information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer.
46 Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
Providing consultation and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-related, or process related topics.
46 Interpreting Meaning of Information to Others
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be understood or used to support responses or feedback to others.
42 Establishing and Maintaining Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
38 Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, verifying, or processing information or data.
33 Thinking Creatively
Originating, inventing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
33 Drafting and Specifying Technical Devices
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to inform others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
33 Performing For or Working With Public
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public, including serving persons in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
33 Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
29 Coordinating Work and Activities of Others
Coordinating members of a work group to accomplish tasks.
29 Interacting With Computers
Controlling computer functions by using programs, setting up functions, writing software, or otherwise communicating with computer systems.
29 Performing Administrative Activities
Approving requests, handling paperwork, and performing day-to-day administrative tasks.
29 Resolving Conflict or Negotiating with Others
Handling complaints, arbitrating disputes, and resolving grievances, or otherwise negotiating with others.
25 Scheduling Work and Activities
Scheduling events, programs, activities, as well as the work of others.
25 Selling or Influencing Others
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods, or otherwise changing their minds or actions.
17 Teaching Others
Identifying educational needs, developing formal training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
17 Coaching and Developing Others
Identifying developmental needs of others and coaching or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
17 Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing assistance or personal care to others.
17 Developing Objectives and Strategies
Establishing long range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives.
4 Developing and Building Teams
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
4 Guiding, Directing and Motivating Subordinates
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring subordinates.
WORK CONTEXT:
Work context elements are ranked by frequency (F), importance (I), responsibility (R), amount of contact (C), how serious (S), objective vs. subjective (O), automation (A), extent of frustration (E), responsible for health and safety (H), likelihood of injury (L), degree of injury (D) .
83 (F) Using Hands on Objects, Tools, Controls
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
79 (F) Standing
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Standing?
77 (I) Importance of Being Sure All Is Done
How important is it to be sure that all the details of this job are performed and everything is done completely?
71 (F) Indoors
How frequently does this job require the worker to work: Indoors
70 (I) Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
67 (F) Common Protective or Safety Attire
How often does the worker wear: Common protective or safety attire, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard-hat, or personal flotation device?
63 (F) Hazardous Equipment
How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to harardous equipment? Hazardous Equipment (e.g., saws, machinery/mechanical parts include exposure to vehicular traffic, but not driving a vehicle)
58 (F) Bending or Twisting the Body
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Bending or twisting the body?
58 (F) Kneeling, Crouching or Crawling
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Kneeling, stooping, crouching or crawling?
57 (I) Provide a Service to Others
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Provide a service to others (e.g., customers)?
56 (S) Consequence of Error
How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
54 (F) Sounds or Noise Levels Are Distracting
How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable?
54 (F) Contaminants
How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Contaminants (pollutants, gases, dust, odors, etc.)?
50 (F) Special Uniform
How often does the worker wear: A special uniform, such as that of a commercial pilot, nurse, police officer, or military personnel?
50 (F) Making Repetitive Motions
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Making repetitive motions?
50 (F) Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
50 (D) Hazardous Equipment
If injury, due to exposure to hazardous equipment, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Hazardous Equipment (e.g., saws, machinery/mechanical parts include exposure to vehicular traffic, but not driving a vehicle)
50 (F) Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Cramped work space that requires getting into awkward positions?
50 (F) Hazardous Situations
How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to harardous situations? Hazardous Situations involving likely cuts, bites, stings, or minor burns
43 (I) Deal With External Customers
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Deal with external customers (e.g., retail sales) or the public in general (e.g., police work)?
42 (F) Very Hot
How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Very hot (above 90 F) or very cold (under 32 F) temperatures?
42 (F) Walking or Running
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Walking or running?
40 (L) Hazardous Equipment
What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to hazardous equipment while performing this job? Hazardous Equipment (e.g., saws, machinery/mechanical parts include exposure to vehicular traffic, but not driving a vehicle)
38 (F) Sitting
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Sitting?
38 (L) Hazardous Situations
What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to hazardous situations while performing this job? Hazardous Situations involving likely cuts, bites, stings, or minor burns
38 (F) Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
36 (E) Frustrating Circumstances
To what extent do frustrating circumstances ("road blocks" to work that are beyond the worker's control) hinder the accomplishment of this job?
33 (F) Hazardous Conditions
How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to hazardous conditions? Hazardous Conditions (e.g., high voltage electricity, combustibles, explosives, chemicals; do not include hazardous equipment or situations)
33 (F) Outdoors
How frequently does this job require the worker to work: Outdoors
33 (I) Persuade Someone to a Course of Action
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Persuade someone to a course of action (informally) or influence others to buy something (to sell)?
31 (H) Responsible for Health and Safety of Others
How responsible is the worker for others' health and safety on this job?
30 (D) Hazardous Situations
If injury, due to exposure to hazardous situations, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Hazardous Situations involving likely cuts, bites, stings, or minor burns
30 (I) Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
29 (F) Frequency in Conflict Situations
How frequently do the job requirements place the worker in conflict situations?
28 (A) Degree of Automation
Indicate the level of automation of this job.
27 (D) Hazardous Conditions
If injury, due to exposure to hazardous conditions, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Hazardous Conditions (e.g., high voltage electricity, combustibles, explosives, chemicals; do not include hazardous equipment or situations)
27 (I) Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
27 (I) Importance of Being Aware of New Events
How important is being constantly aware of either frequently changing events (e.g. security guard watching for shoplifters) or infrequent events (e.g. radar operator watching for tornadoes) to performing this job?
25 (F) Keeping or Regaining Balance
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Keeping or regaining balance?
22 (C) Job-Required Social Interaction
How much does this job require the worker to be in contact (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) with others in order to perform it?
21 (L) Hazardous Conditions
What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to hazardous conditions while performing this job? Hazardous Conditions (e.g., high voltage electricity, combustibles, explosives, chemicals; do not include hazardous equipment or situations)
17 (I) Take a Position Opposed to Others
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Take a position opposed to coworkers or others?
14 (O) Objective or Subjective Information
How objective or subjective is the information communicated in this job?
13 (F) Specialized Protective or Safety Attire
How often does the worker wear: Specialized protective or safety attire, such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suit, or radiation protection?
13 (I) Coordinate or Lead Others
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities (not supervision)?
13 (F) Deal With Physically Aggressive People
How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?
13 (F) Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, Poles, etc.
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Climbing ladders, scaffolds, poles, etc?
7 (R) Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
7 (I) Supervise, Coach, Train Others
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Supervise, coach, train, or develop other employees?
5 (L) High Places
What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to high places while performing this job? High Places (e.g., heights above 8 feet on ladders, poles, scaffolding, catwalks, etc.)
4 (F) High Places
How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to high places? High Places (e.g., heights above 8 feet on ladders, poles, scaffolding, catwalks, etc.)
4 (F) Whole Body Vibration
How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Whole body vibration (e.g., operating a jackhammer or earthmoving equipment)?
4 (F) Radiation
How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to radiation?
3 (D) High Places
If injury, due to exposure to high places, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? High Places (e.g., heights above 8 feet on ladders, poles, scaffolding, catwalks, etc.)
3 (D) Radiation
If injury, due to exposure to radiation, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome?
2 (L) Radiation
What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to radiation while performing this job?
INTERESTS:
Interest elements are ranked by occupational interest.
94 Realistic
Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
44 Conventional
Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
39 Investigative
Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
33 Enterprising
Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
11 Social
Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
11 Artistic
Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
WORK VALUES:
Work values elements are ranked by extent.
59 Achievement-Mean Extent
Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
56 Working Conditions-Mean Extent
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
51 Independence-Mean Extent
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
50 Relationships-Mean Extent
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
41 Support-Mean Extent
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
36 Recognition-Mean Extent
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
72 Moral Values
Workers on this job are never pressured to do things that go against their sense of right and wrong
63 Security
Workers on this job have steady employment
63 Compensation
Workers on this job are paid well in comparison with other workers
63 Independence
Workers on this job do their work alone
63 Ability Utilization
Workers on this job make use of their individual abilities
59 Activity
Workers on this job are busy all the time
59 Responsibility
Workers on this job make decisions on their own
56 Achievement
Workers on this job get a feeling of accomplishment
50 Variety
Workers on this job have something different to do every day
50 Autonomy
Workers on this job plan their work with little supervision
47 Company Policies and Practices
Workers on this job are treated fairly by the company
44 Supervision, Human Relations
Workers on this job have supervisors who back up their workers with management
44 Recognition
Workers on this job receive recognition for the work they do
44 Creativity
Workers on this job try out their own ideas
44 Co-workers
Workers on this job have co-workers who are easy to get along with
41 Working Conditions
Workers on this job have good working conditions
38 Social Status
Workers on this job are looked up to by others in their company and their community
34 Social Service
Workers on this job have work where they do things for other people
31 Supervision, Technical
Workers on this job have supervisors who train their workers well
31 Authority
Workers on this job give directions and instructions to others
31 Advancement
Workers on this job have opportunities for advancement
CROSSWALKS:
| DOT91 (Dictionary of Occupational Titles): |
620364010 Squeak, Rattle, and Leak Repairer 620381022 Repairer, Heavy 620261012 Automobile-Mechanic Apprentice 620281062 Transmission Mechanic 620261010 Automobile Mechanic |
| AIM97 (Apprenticeship Information Management): |
0023 AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC 0997 REPAIRER, HEAVY 0592 TRANSMISSION MECHANIC |
| CEN90 (1990 Census Occupations): |
505 Automobile Mechanics 506 Automobile Mechanic Apprentices |
| CIP90 (Classification of Instructional Programs): |
470604 Auto/Automotive Mechanic/Technician |
| GOE93 (Guide for Occupational Exploration): |
051002 Crafts: Mechanical 050509 Craft Technology: Mechanical Work |
| MOC97 (Military Occupational Codes): |
2T451 General Purpose Vehicle Maintenance 63W Wheel Vehicle Repairer 63T BRADLEY Fighting Vehicle System Mechanic 2T470 General Purpose Vehicle And Body Maintenance 2T332B Special Vehicle Maintenance MK 74 Machinery Technician 2T300 Vehicle Maintenance Manager 2T312B Special Vehicle Maintenance 63B Light-Wheel Vehicle Mechanic 2T331 Special Purpose Vehicle And Equipment Maintenance 63E M1 ABRAMS Tank System Mechanic 2T311 Special Purpose Vehicle And Equipment Maintenance 63G Fuel And Electrical Systems Repairer 2T431 General Purpose Vehicle Maintenance 2T351 Special Purpose Vehicle And Equipment Maintenance 63N M60A1/A3 Tank System Mechanic (Reserve Components) 2T352A Special Vehicle Maintenance 2T352B Special Vehicle Maintenance 2T370 Special Purpose Vehicle And Equipment Maintenance 2T390 Vehicle Maintenance 2T411 General Purpose Vehicle Maintenance 63S Heavy-Wheel Vehicle Mechanic 2T332A Special Vehicle Maintenance CM Construction Mechanics 3524 Fuel And Electrical Systems Mechanic 1341 Engineer Equipment Mechanic 2147 Light Armored Vehicle (Lav) Repairer/Technician 3521 Organizational Automotive Mechanic 3522 Intermediate Automotive Mechanic 3523 Vehicle Recovery Mechanic 6072 Aircraft Maintenance Support Equipment Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Structures Mechanic 3529 Motor Transport Maintenance Chief 3525 Crash/Fire/Rescue Vehicle Mechanic |
| OES98 (Occupational Employment Statistics): |
85302 Automotive Mechanics |
| OPM97 (Office of Personnel Management Occupations): |
8601 Miscellaneous Engine Overhaul 5823 Automotive Mechanic 5865 Trnsprtn/mobile Eqp Maintenance Family |
| SOC98 (Standard Occupational Classification): |
49-3023 Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics |
