Motorcycle mechanic, Kaiaka motopaika
Also known as
- Motorbike mechanic, motorcycle technician
Motorcycle mechanics service and repair motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, trail bikes and similar vehicles.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$27 to $38
Most common
$46
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Motorcycle mechanics
- usually work regular business hours but may work shifts, weekends and be on call
- usually work in garages and workshops and may travel locally to breakdowns
- may work in dusty, dirty and noisy conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be practical, accurate and methodical
Tasks
- repair motorcycles and similar vehicles
- service motorcycles and similar vehicles
- inspect motorycycles for problems and damage
- adjust motorcycles to improve performance
- measure engine and equipment performance
- test motorcycles for safety
- talk with customers about motorcycle issues
- explain motorcycle care to customers
- follow health and safety rules
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need a qualification or to do an apprenticeship to become a motorcycle mechanic.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Motorcycle Engineering (Level 4)
- a driver licence and motorcycle licence
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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