Motorcycle Mechanic

Motorcycle Mechanic is on the Green List of New Zealand:

You should be:

• Repairing engines, brakes, electrical systems, ignition systems, fuel injection systems, plugs and carburettors
• Doing inspections and routine services
• Fitting tyres
• Customising or fitting accessories to motorcycles
• Assembling new motorcycles for sale
• Advising customers of necessary repairs and giving an estimate of cost and time
• Reading and following manuals, worksheets, technical drawings or CD-ROMs
• Using hand and power tools such as wrenches, drills and welding equipment
• Using computerised diagnostic equipment.
• You may be able to specialise in a particular make of motorcycle.
• You may enter through a Modern Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Most employers look for English, Maths and a science or technological subject at least to National 4.
• You could study the Foundation Apprenticeship in Automotive (SCQF Level 4) in S3-S6, which can help to get into a relevant Modern Apprenticeship.
• You will usually have to take an aptitude test.
• Some entrants start by doing a full time college course and then go on to do an apprenticeship.
• As a qualified motorcycle mechanic a motorcycle licence and a car driving licence will be useful and may be essential.
• You must be fit, as you have to lift heavy equipment and work in cramped and uncomfortable positions.
• You may need normal colour vision if working with electrical wiring.

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Once we have reviewed your application, we will advise you of next steps.
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