Bus & Truck Mechanics & Diesel Engine Specialists

Description

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul trucks, buses, and all types of diesel engines. Include mechanics working primarily with automobile diesel engines. [SOC] Mechanics are exposed to irritants (fuels and cleansers) and allergens (additives and rubber chemicals). [Marks, p. 335-7]

Category

Installlation, Maintenance & Repair

SOC Code

49-3031

Job Tasks

High risk job tasks associated with this job:

• Assemble or repair automotive brakes or clutches containing asbestos
• Clean up equipment with solvents
• Degrease metal
• Handle agents that cause allergic contact dermatitis or contact urticaria
• Operate internal combustion engine with inadequate ventilation
• Use epoxy, isocyanate, or formaldehyde-resin adhesives, finishes, or sealants
• Use n-hexane as a solvent in glues, inks, coatings, or degreasers
• Work with glue solvents