Becoming a Mechanic's Assistant in Queensland

About this role

Mechanics' Assistants assist Motor Mechanics to replace and repair worn and defective parts, re-assemble mechanical components, change oil and filters, and perform other routine mechanical tasks.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Mechanic's Assistant include:

• assists mechanics to: detect and diagnose faults in engines and parts
• dismantle and remove engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and check parts
• repair and replace worn and defective parts and reassemble mechanical components, and refer to service manuals as needed
• perform scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations
• reassemble engines and parts after being repaired
• test and adjust mechanical parts after being repaired for proper performance, diagnose and test parts with the assistance of computers.