Diesel mechanic helper vs mechanic's assistant

Differences between diesel mechanic helper and mechanic's assistant duties and responsibilities

Diesel mechanic helper example responsibilities.

• Accomplish several other kenworth basic training modules.Skills UsedProblem solving, mechanical aptitude, and efficient workmanship.
• Raise heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment by using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.
• Perform maintenance and repair on Volvo, GMC, and Isuzu trucks, as well as other makes.
• Certify in Peterbilt and Volvo electrical and a/c systems
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Mechanic's assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage paperwork associate with HVAC procedures and invoices
• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Light duty power equipment, chainsaws, string trimmers, leaf blowers, snow blowers, etc.
• Work extensively with HVAC in automotive capacity.
• Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.
• Pick up and deliver a/c units, parts and materials to jobsite.
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