Refurbishing Technician Metal, Machinery & Related Trades Workers
SaveWhat Does a Refurbishing Technician Do?
Refurbishing technicians overhaul and refurbish inner parts of vehicles, such as engine parts and diesel pumps.
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Where Do I Start?
Electronic Communication
Data communication performed through digital means such as computers, telephone or e-mail.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Refurbishing Technician
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialElectronic Communication knowledge
Data communication performed through digital means such as computers, telephone or e-mail.
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EssentialVehicle Electrical Systems knowledge
Know vehicle electrical systems, including components such as the battery, starter, and alternator. The battery provides energy to the starter. The alternator provides the battery the energy it requires to …
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EssentialElectrical Engineering knowledge
Understand electrical engineering, a field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
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EssentialElectrical Wiring Plans knowledge
Pictorial representation of an electrical circuit. It shows the components of the circuit as simplified shapes, and the power and signal connections between the devices. It gives information about the …
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EssentialCarry Out Measurements Of Parts skill
Operate measurement instruments to measure parts of manufactured objects. Take into consideration specifications of manufacturers to perform the measuring.
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EssentialInterpret Technical Requirements skill
Analyse, understand and apply the information provided regarding technical conditions.
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EssentialProvide Technical Documentation skill
Prepare documentation for existing and upcoming products or services, describing their functionality and composition in such a way that it is understandable for a wide audience without technical background and …
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EssentialUse Technical Documentation skill
Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.
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EssentialPerform Metal Work skill
Work with metal and iron materials in order to assemble individual pieces or structures.
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EssentialPerform Technical Tasks With Great Care skill
Avoiding possible risks and unwanted outcomes by watching carefully over all parts of a machine, device or vehicle and executing processes of production, maintenance or repair with great care.
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Optional Skills (5 of 9 displayed)
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OptionalEngine Components knowledge
Know the different engine components, and their operation and maintenance. Understand when repairs and replacement should be undertaken.
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OptionalMechanical Tools knowledge
Understand machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
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OptionalMechanics knowledge
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
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OptionalParts Pricing knowledge
The prices of vehicle parts on the market from various suppliers and their trends.
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OptionalDrive Vehicles skill
Be able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.
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OptionalEnsure Customer Focus skill
Attitude that puts customers at the centre of the business in all cases.
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OptionalPerform Manual Work Autonomously skill
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OptionalCarry Out Parts Purchasing skill
Order specific parts required for maintenance and repair of a wide variety of vehicles.
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OptionalGather Information To Substitute Parts skill
Gather information from sources such as manuals and manufacturers; identify appropriate replacements for broken, rare or obsolete parts.
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