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Motorcycle Mechanics - 49-3052.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, dirt bikes, or similar motorized vehicles.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Motorcycle Technician
  • Mechanic
  • Service Technician
  • Motorcycle Mechanic
  • All Terrain Vehicle Technician (ATV Technician)
  • Motorcycle Service Technician
  • Custom Bike Builder
  • Motorsports Technician
  • Scooter Mechanic

SOC Occupation Groups

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Connect test panels to engines and measure generator output, ignition timing, or other engine performance indicators.
  • Disassemble subassembly units and examine condition, movement, or alignment of parts, visually or using gauges.
  • Dismantle engines and repair or replace defective parts, such as magnetos, carburetors, or generators.
  • Hammer out dents and bends in frames, weld tears and breaks; then reassemble frames and reinstall engines.
  • Listen to engines, examine vehicle frames, or confer with customers to determine nature and extent of malfunction or damage.
  • Reassemble and test subassembly units.
  • Remove cylinder heads and grind valves to scrape off carbon and replace defective valves, pistons, cylinders, or rings, using hand and power tools.
  • Repair or adjust motorcycle subassemblies, such as forks, transmissions, brakes, or drive chains, according to specifications.
  • Repair or replace other parts, such as headlights, horns, handlebar controls, gasoline or oil tanks, starters, or mufflers.
  • Replace defective parts, using hand tools, arbor presses, flexible power presses, or power tools.

Detailed Work Activities

  • adhere to safety procedures
  • adjust or set mechanical controls or components
  • align or adjust clearances of mechanical components or parts
  • align or adjust clearances of vehicle body parts or components
  • assemble, dismantle, or reassemble equipment or machinery
  • conduct tests to locate mechanical system malfunction
  • determine installation, service, or repair needed
  • diagnose malfunctioning vehicle systems
  • diagnose mechanical problems in machinery or equipment
  • estimate time or cost for installation, repair, or construction projects
  • fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
  • follow safe waste disposal procedures
  • follow vehicle repair procedures
  • identify properties of metals for repair or fabrication activities
  • inspect machinery or equipment to determine adjustments or repairs needed
  • maintain repair records
  • maintain welding machines or equipment
  • move or fit heavy objects
  • observe or listen to machinery or equipment operation to detect malfunctions
  • obtain information from clients, customers, or patients
  • operate vehicle engine electrical system test equipment
  • overhaul vehicle major operating units, such as engines or transmissions
  • perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
  • read schematics
  • read specifications
  • read technical drawings
  • read vehicle manufacturer's specifications
  • read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
  • repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment
  • repair or replace malfunctioning or worn mechanical components
  • repair vehicle body parts
  • service vehicle with water, fuel, or oil
  • set up and operate variety of machine tools
  • solder vehicle components
  • test mechanical products or equipment
  • test operate vehicles before or after repair
  • understand service or repair manuals
  • understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
  • use 2-cycle engine technology
  • use acetylene welding/cutting torch
  • use arc welding equipment
  • use auto or vehicular body repair equipment
  • use combination welding procedures
  • use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
  • use electronic calibration devices
  • use engine diagnostic equipment
  • use hand or power tools
  • use knowledge of metric system
  • use knowledge of welding filler rod types
  • use machine tools in installation, maintenance, or repair
  • use oral or written communication techniques
  • use pneumatic tools
  • use precision measuring devices in mechanical repair work
  • use voltmeter, ammeter, or ohmmeter
  • weld together metal parts, components, or structures
  • write vehicle damage repair estimates

Military Crosswalk Titles

No information available.

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

  • Motorcycle Repairer

DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Frame Repairer
  • Frame Straightener
  • Motorcycle Repairer
  • Motorcycle Subassembly Repairer