Occupations

Motorcycle Mechanics - 49-3052.00

Summary Occupational Forecast Data
Annual Average Employment		Employment Change		Average Annual Job Openings			Wage and Training Levels
2013	2018	Numerical	Percent	New Jobs	Replacement Jobs	Total	Median Hourly	Median Annual	Education & Training Level
125	117	-8	-6%	-2	3	2	$15.26	$31,745	Long-term on-the-job training
Staffing Pattern Data						Forecast Data Source: EMSI (1st Quarter 2013)

Description

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, dirt bikes, or similar motorized vehicles.

Providers

Sacramento City College

Career & Technical Education Providers (Secondary Schools)

Occupation Details
The information in this section represents occupational characteristics included in O*NET which defines key features of an occupation as a standardized, measurable set of variables called "descriptors". These distinguishing characteristics of an occupation are described in greater detail in the O*NET Content Model. All items are listed in descending order of importance.

Tasks
Knowledge and Skills
Job Zone
Work Styles and Values

Tasks

Repair and adjust motorcycle subassemblies, such as forks, transmissions, brakes, and drive chains, according to specifications.
Replace defective parts, using hand tools, arbor presses, flexible power presses, or power tools.
Connect test panels to engines and measure generator output, ignition timing, and other engine performance indicators.
Listen to engines, examine vehicle frames, or confer with customers to determine nature and extent of malfunction or damage.
Reassemble and test subassembly units.
Dismantle engines and repair or replace defective parts, such as magnetos, carburetors, and generators.
Remove cylinder heads and grind valves to scrape off carbon and replace defective valves, pistons, cylinders, and rings, using hand and power tools.
Repair or replace other parts, such as headlights, horns, handlebar controls, gasoline and oil tanks, starters, and mufflers.
Disassemble subassembly units and examine condition, movement, or alignment of parts, visually or using gauges.

Knowledge
	Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
	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.
	Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
	Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
	Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
	Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Skills
	Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
	Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
	Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
	Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
	Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
	Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
	Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
	Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
	Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Abilities
	Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
	Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
	Hearing Sensitivity - The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
	Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
	Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
	Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
	Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
	Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
	Finger Dexterity - The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
	Control Precision - The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
	Multilimb Coordination - The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
	Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
	Speech Clarity - The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
	Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
	Auditory Attention - The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
	Speech Recognition - The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
	Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
	Visualization - The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
	Selective Attention - The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

Work Activities
	Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment - Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
	Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
	Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment - Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
	Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
	Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
	Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
	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.
	Performing for or Working Directly with the Public - Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
	Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
	Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
	Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
	Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
	Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
	Performing General Physical Activities - Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
	Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
	Provide Consultation and Advice to Others - Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
	Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People - Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
	Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates - Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
	Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
	Communicating with Persons Outside Organization - Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
	Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
	Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
	Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information - Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
	Assisting and Caring for Others - Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
	Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others - Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
	Monitoring and Controlling Resources - Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
	Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
	Scheduling Work and Activities - Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
	Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
	Thinking Creatively - Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
	Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment - Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
	Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
	Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others - Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
	Interacting With Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
	Selling or Influencing Others - Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Job Zone
Title	Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Overall Experience	Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Job Training	Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples	These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include food service managers, electricians, agricultural technicians, legal secretaries, interviewers, and insurance sales agents.
Education	Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

Interests
	Realistic - Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outsi

Work Styles
	Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
	Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
	Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.
	Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
	Persistence - Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

Work Values
	Independence - Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.