Automotive Engineering Technicians

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

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Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.

Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.