Vehicle Service Assistant

A Vehicle Service Assistant typically supports the smooth operation of automotive service centers by assisting mechanics and technicians with basic tasks.

Their duties often include preparing vehicles for servicing, cleaning and maintaining workshop areas, handling administrative tasks like booking appointments, and communicating with customers regarding service updates. They may also help with ordering and organizing parts and tools to ensure efficient workflow.

This role requires good communication skills, basic mechanical knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often under supervision.

Vehicle Service Assistants play an important part in ensuring customer satisfaction and supporting the technical team to complete vehicle repairs and maintenance efficiently.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $42,640
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a vehicle service assistant?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AUR21920

Certificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 24 months
$906 - $2,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Tyre Fitter Warehouse Assistant
Automotive Workshop Assistant Fleet Service Assistant Vehicle Service Assistant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Tyre Fitter Warehouse Assistant Automotive Workshop Assistant Fleet Service Assistant Vehicle Service Assistant + 3 more
AUR20520

Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
2 - 24 months
$260 - $10,478
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Car Detailer Tyre Fitter
Automotive Workshop Assistant Vehicle Service Assistant Automotive Trade Assistant Fleet Service Assistant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Car Detailer Tyre Fitter Automotive Workshop Assistant Vehicle Service Assistant Automotive Trade Assistant Fleet Service Assistant + 4 more
AUR20520

Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (Light Vehicle Servicing)
On Campus
6 - 12 months
$648 - $1,095
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Service Technician Apprentice Mechanic Service Advisor
Vehicle Service Assistant Automotive Workshop Assistant Light Vehicle Mechanic Tyre Fitter
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Service Technician Apprentice Mechanic Service Advisor Vehicle Service Assistant Automotive Workshop Assistant Light Vehicle Mechanic Tyre Fitter + 4 more
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