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Diesel Mechanic
Does working with vehicle engines excite you? Diesel driven vehicles are an important part of the transport economy. Why not consider a career as a Diesel mechanic?
Diesel mechanics repair and maintain the diesel engines that power transportation equipment. These include heavy trucks, buses trains.
Some Diesel Mechanics also work on farm tractors, cranes, road graders and bulldozers, boats and ships.
A Diesel Mechanics work involves:
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Working with handtools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
- Inspecting brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
- Performing routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Adjusting and relining brakes, aligning wheels, tightening bolts and screws, and reassembling equipment.
- Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
- Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
- Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
- Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems.
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Career Snapshot Diesel Mechanic |
In Demand
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Qualification Required |
Work Outdoors |
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Maths Required |
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Science Required |
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This is a general guide - it is important to check admission requirements with the various training institutions first because entry requirements may vary.
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