Repairman Interview Questions & Answers

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Educational options for mechanics include an associate's degree in automotive technology or a related field, a high school or vocational training program, an apprenticeship or on the job training.

I have changed a transmission out a couple of different times and i have rebuilt one in a 1971 pick up truck and in a 2001 chevy tahoe.

Looking for the best way to do it with patience.

Mechanics work in a variety of automotive service settings including car dealers, tire stores, oil change operations, gas stations and full-service repair shops. Some mechanics operate their own business and take on management functions such as setting prices, advertising and supervising staff.

Since I was at the cadets for many years I got a lot of cadets joining and leaving so ive had to learn to adapt well.

Converting a 99 Honda Civic from automatic transmission to manual transmission. Gearbox and engine wiring loom had to be changed, also hole in floor had to be modified to accept manual gear lever and surround changed to suit.

You should do your research prior to the interview. Look into background history of the company, this will help you stick out. Learn about main people, have they been in the news lately? The interviewer doesn’t expect you to know dates and certain people, but showing that you have enough interest to research the company is a positive impression.

I maintain a proper checklist and for each car that comes in for diagnosis or service I go through that checklist carefully to make sure my inspection and assessment is thorough and that I am not missing any aspect.

I was replacing the engine in 1986 corvette which was a cut and dry situation so i thought, after removing the original engine i found that a lot of the bolts were not correct and this made the job difficult due to the fact that each one had to be measured and sized for correct fit this job took up a whole week to finish..

Don't waste this opportunity. Ask smart questions, not just as a way to show you're a great candidate but also to see if the company is a good fit for you -- after all, you're being interviewed, but you're also interviewing the company.

I have been learning in schools and college for many years. I was in year 9 (13 years old) when I first got into cars and onto the coarse. I stuck with the coarse and have currently been on it for 6-7 years. I worked in a garage but I have only done work experience and not much of it.

This question allows you to brag on yourself, but keep in mind that the interviewer wants strengths relative to the position. For example, being a problem solver, a motivator, and being able to perform under pressure, positive attitude and loyal. You will also need examples that back your answers up for illustration of the skill.

Very closely. A single loose bolt can risk damaging the rest of the car, thus losing another customer.

Although this would seem like a simple question, it can easily become tricky. You shouldn’t mention salary being a factor at this point. If you’re currently employed, your response can focus on developing and expanding your career and even yourself. If you’re current employer is downsizing, remain positive and brief. If your employer fired you, prepare a solid reason. Under no circumstance should you discuss any drama or negativity, always remain positive.

Yes, I have helped restore a 3 series land rover 2.25 diesel. Although I have had more trouble rectifying the rust on my current car.

This is a tough one. You want to be open and honest, but frankly some companies ask the question as the opening move in salary negotiations.

Maybe the interviewer will answer; maybe she won't. If she presses you for an answer, you'll have to decide whether you want to share or demur. Ultimately your answer won't matter too much, because you'll either accept the salary offered or you won't, depending on what you think is fair.

I have experience in handling advanced fuel ignition, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and brakes and hydraulics systems.

Yes. When you work an hour from home, there is alot of wear and tear on your vehicles. Flats and dead batteries, Cold weather no starts. Blizzards closing roads. Heavy fog, and on occasion sleeping through the alarm clock.

I would go out my way to learn step by step how to complete in a different way by myself with my own skills and techniques.

Yes I can think of any issues they would of had with me as far as I'm aware they were extremely pleased with my work and my personality.

Here's an interview question that definitely requires an answer relevant to the job. If you say your biggest achievement was improving throughput by 18% in six months but you're interviewing for a leadership role in human resources... that answer is interesting but ultimately irrelevant.

Instead, talk about an under-performing employee you "rescued," or how you overcame infighting between departments, or how so many of your direct reports have been promoted....

The goal is to share achievements that let the interviewer imagine see you in the position -- and see you succeeding.

Maybe you love working alone... but if the job you're interviewing for is in a call center, that answer will do you no good.

So take a step back and think about the job you're applying for and the company's culture (because every company has one, whether intentional or unintentional.) If a flexible schedule is important to you, but the company doesn't offer one, focus on something else. If you like constant direction and support and the company expects employees to self-manage, focus on something else.

Find ways to highlight how the company's environment will work well for you -- and if you can't find ways, don't take the job, because you'll be miserable.

The goal of this question is to evaluate the candidate's reasoning ability, problem solving skills, judgment, and possibly even willingness to take intelligent risks.

Having no answer is a definite warning sign. Everyone makes tough decisions, regardless of their position. My daughter worked part-time as a server at a local restaurant and makes difficult decisions all the time -- like the best way to deal with a regular customer whose behavior constituted borderline harassment.

A good answer proves you can make a difficult analytical or reasoning-based decision; for example, wading through reams of data to determine the best solution to a problem.

A great answer proves you can make a difficult interpersonal decision, or better yet a difficult data-driven decision that included interpersonal considerations and ramifications.

Making decisions based on data is important, but almost every decision has an impact on people as well. The best candidates naturally weigh all sides of an issue, not just the business or human side exclusively.

If you weren't asked this question, ask if yourself. Why? Great candidates want to hit the ground running. They don't want to spend weeks or months "getting to know the organization." They don't want to spend huge chunks of time in orientation, in training, or in the futile pursuit of getting their feet wet.

They want to make a difference -- and they want to make that difference right now.

This is another question looking towards job commitment. Some people go through jobs like socks because they don’t have a life plan, and your answer can show insight into this. It can also be used for finding out if you are the type that sets goals at all in life, because those that make long-term goals are usually more reliable. Also, your goals can provide insight on your personality too.

You should respond with an answer that shows progression in your career is on track with your route in the company. It’s important to do your research on company prospects, this way you understand what to expect and if it’s in your long-term goal. Interviewers don’t want to set you on a path that won’t provide the results you want, resulting in you resigning.