Someone who works as an Car Mechanic is technically trained. You get to work servicing and repairing cars (and car parts). These repairs are often done in a garage or dealership. Auto mechanics also often deal with other vehicles, such as motorcycles. In today's day and age, it is increasingly important to have knowledge of electronics. In fact, this part is becoming increasingly large and it is also important then to have the knowledge for this and possibly improve the knowledge of this through a course.
You are actively engaged in various tasks. You discuss any problems with the car owner and find out where the problem is in the vehicle. You determine what needs to be repaired, how long it will take and what the costs will be. You check vehicles to prevent problems and perform maintenance on cars. After a repair you test if everything works and you adjust any things after the test is done. You also manage the inventory of the workshop and deliver the car clean after the maintenance has been done. Providing advice to customers on certain maintenance is also your job and you perform MOT inspections on location or in the garage.
An Car Mechanic needs a number of competencies and skills to perform the job well. Below are a few points that go with this job:
There are a number of different training courses that can be taken to enter this profession. These courses are at different levels so that everyone has the opportunity to pursue this profession. The courses are generally at an MBO level and the courses fall within the engineering direction. Often these trainings are carried out through the BBL variant, because then you can combine work and study well together for a better learning result.
Examples of courses within this field are:
The courses in these directions can be followed via both the BOL variant and the BBL variant. The BBL variant is more common, because then you see that work and study are well combined for a better learning result. To become a qualified Auto Mechanic, you follow a total education of about three to four years.
When you start working within this position, the salary will vary based on age and experience. As a beginner Auto mechanic there is a starting salary of €1,850, - per month. As an experienced Auto mechanic there will be a salary ready for you of €2650. So the salary will be in between and will be based on your age and experience.