Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendant

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  Transportation and Material Moving Occupations

Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendant

Also Called: Attendant, Dock Attendant, Dock Hand, Fuel Attendant, Fuel Dock Attendant, Gas Attendant, Gas Pumper, Marine Fuel Dock Attendant, Service Station Attendant, Attendant, Dock Attendant, Dock Hand, Fuel Attendant, Fuel Dock Attendant, Gas Attendant, Gas Pumper, Marine Fuel Dock Attendant, Service Station Attendant

What they do

Service automobiles, buses, trucks, boats, and other automotive or marine vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories. Collect payment for services and supplies. May lubricate vehicle, change motor oil, refill antifreeze, or replace lights or other accessories, such as windshield wiper blades or fan belts. May repair or replace tires.

$27,430
Starting Salary (2023)
$33,820
Median Salary (2023)
0.2%
Projected Job Growth
92,530
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Check tire pressure and levels of fuel, motor oil, transmission, radiator, battery, or other fluids, adding air or fluids as required.
Grease and lubricate vehicles or specified units, such as springs, universal joints, or steering knuckles, using grease guns or spray lubricants.
Sell and install accessories, such as batteries, windshield wiper blades, fan belts, bulbs, or headlamps.
Rotate, test, and repair or replace tires.
Perform minor repairs, such as adjusting brakes, replacing spark plugs, or changing engine oil or filters.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Enterprising
Business based Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Self-Control
Dependability
Analytical Thinking
Integrity
Cooperation

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening
Speaking
Service Orientation
Operation and Control
Time Management
Equipment Maintenance

Expected Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.

Common Activities

Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

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