Vehicle Body
Vehicle Trimmer >> job profile
Job Description:
Vehicle Trimmers make, install, repair, replace or modify the seats, upholstery, linings, interior trim, roof and door linings and floor coverings of a vehicle. Vehicles may include cars, trucks, vintage vehicles, buses, caravans, trains, aircraft and boats. Specifically, the duties will involve removing old coverings or fittings from vehicles, re-measuring, selecting pieces of fabric, vinyl or leather, cutting to size and sewing. There will also be fitting of trim, seat cover manufacture and repair, refitting, aligning and checking window winding mechanisms and door locks, fitting of weather strips and draught sealers.
Qualification: Certificate III in Automotive (Vehicle Body - Trimming)
National Code: AUR31799
Competency Standards relating to the Qualification:
| Compulsory Common Core | |
|---|---|
| AUR70125A | Follow workplace occupational health and safety procedures |
| AUR70278A | Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment |
| AUR70314A | Contribute to workplace communication |
| AUR70421A | Establish relations with customers |
| Compulsory Stream | |
|---|---|
| AUR24623A | Fabricate components/equipment |
| AUR26108A | Carry out pre-repair operations |
| AUR27231A | Install vehicle component seals |
| AUR31108A | Carry out sewing operations |
| AUR31208A | Carry out trimming of vehicle components |
| AUR31268A | Select and apply trim/fabric materials |
| AUR31368A | Select and apply trim/fabric adhesives |
| AUR31649A | Prepare vehicle/component/equipment for customer use |
| AUR65230A | Inspect paint and/or trim and/or accessories and ascertain recommended repair procedures |
| Electives: 3 electives to be sourced from
any endorsed Industry Training Package Typical Electives |
|
|---|---|
| AUR18708A | Carry out minor repairs to electrical circuits/systems |
| AUR23608A | Carry out welding, soldering, thermal cutting and thermal heating procedures |
| AUR27164A | Remove and replace electrical/electronic units/assemblies |
| AUR27231A | Install vehicle component seals |
| AUR65349A | Prepare written repair quotation |
| AUR66108A | Carry out diagnostic procedures |
Requirements:
To be awarded the qualification, the New Apprentice must attain a successful assessment of all 4 compulsory core competency standards, all of the listed stream competency standards, plus 3 elective standards from the automotive 'bank' or any endorsed Industry Training Package at the same AQF Level.
Duration:
This competency based program is likely to extend over a period of up to 4 years, depending on the achievement of the required competencies (this period may vary between States/Territories).