Manufacturing & ProductionISCO 7231

Refurbishing technician

Refurbishing technicians overhaul and refurbish inner parts of vehicles, such as engine parts and diesel pumps.

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Rate 5 of the 9 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

measure parts of manufactured products

perform technical tasks with great care

interpret technical requirements

perform metal work

vehicle electrical systems

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (9)

vehicle electrical systemsvehicle electrical systemsThe 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 require...electrical engineeringelectrical engineeringThe field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.electrical wiring planselectrical wiring plansPictorial 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...electronic communicationelectronic communicationData communication performed through digital means such as computers, telephone or e-mail.measure parts of manufactured productsmeasure parts of manufactured productsOperate measurement instruments to measure parts of manufactured objects. Take into consideration specifications of manufacturers to perform the measuring.perform technical tasks with great careperform technical tasks with great careAvoiding 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.interpret technical requirementsinterpret technical requirementsAnalyse, understand and apply the information provided regarding technical conditions.use technical documentationuse technical documentationUnderstand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.perform metal workperform metal workWork with metal and iron materials in order to assemble individual pieces or structures.
Optional (8) — show
mechanical toolsmechanical toolsVarious type of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.parts pricingparts pricingThe prices of vehicle parts on the market from various suppliers and their trends.mechanicsmechanicsTheoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.engine componentsengine componentsThe different engine components, their operation, lifecycle and maintenance and repairing needs.purchase vehicle partspurchase vehicle partsOrder specific parts required for maintenance and repair of a wide variety of vehicles.drive vehiclesdrive vehiclesBe able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.gather information to substitute partsgather information to substitute partsGather information from sources such as manuals and manufacturers; identify appropriate replacements for broken, rare or obsolete parts.perform manual work autonomouslyperform manual work autonomouslyShow the ability to pursue basic manual tasks without the help or assistance of others, not needing supervision or guidance, and taking responsibility for one's actions.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a refurbishing technician do?

Refurbishing technicians overhaul and refurbish inner parts of vehicles, such as engine parts and diesel pumps.

What skills does a refurbishing technician need?

A refurbishing technician needs 9 essential skills, including vehicle electrical systems, electrical engineering, electrical wiring plans, electronic communication, measure parts of manufactured products.

Will AI replace refurbishing technician jobs?

The AI disruption score for refurbishing technician is 42/100 (moderate risk). Skills most exposed to automation: electronic communication, engine components, parts pricing. Most resilient: perform metal work, perform technical tasks with great care, perform manual work autonomously.

Quick Facts

ISCO GroupMetal, machinery and related trades workers
Essential Skills9

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