Automotive Mechanics & Service Technicians

Description

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles. Exclude auto body repairers, bus and truck mechanics, diesel engine specialists, and electrical systems specialists. [SOC] Causes of allergic contact dermatitis include chromates, nickel, epoxy resins, rubber chemicals, colophony, and p-phenylene diamine

Category

Installlation, Maintenance & Repair

SOC Code

49-3023

Synonyms

Automobile mechanics; Garage mechanics; Motor-vehicle mechanics

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
• Heat, machine, or spray lead products
• 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 in grease, oil, or tar soaked clothing
• Work with glue solvents