What You'll Do

  • Examine or test operation of parts or systems to ensure completeness of repairs.
  • Repair plumbing or propane gas lines, using caulking compounds and plastic or copper pipe.
  • Inspect recreational vehicles to diagnose problems and perform necessary adjustment, repair, or overhaul.
  • Locate and repair frayed wiring, broken connections, or incorrect wiring, using ohmmeters, soldering irons, tape, or hand tools.
  • Confer with customers, read work orders, or examine vehicles needing repair to determine the nature and extent of damage.
  • List parts needed, estimate costs, and plan work procedures, using parts lists, technical manuals, or diagrams.
  • Connect electrical systems to outside power sources, and activate switches to test the operation of appliances or light fixtures.
  • Connect water hoses to inlet pipes of plumbing systems, and test operation of toilets or sinks.
  • Remove damaged exterior panels, and repair and replace structural frame members.
  • Open and close doors, windows, or drawers to test their operation, trimming edges to fit, as necessary.

Essential Skills

Repairing 4.0/5
Troubleshooting 3.62/5
Complex Problem Solving 3.12/5
Operations Monitoring 3.12/5
Operation and Control 3.12/5
Equipment Maintenance 3.12/5
Quality Control Analysis 3.12/5
Reading Comprehension 3.0/5
Active Listening 3.0/5
Speaking 3.0/5
Critical Thinking 3.0/5
Active Learning 3.0/5

Career Fit Overview

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Top passions

  • Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.
  • Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
  • Analyst: Investigating problems and finding patterns keeps you engaged.

Common styles

Attention to Detail, Persistence, Dependability, Analytical Thinking, Integrity

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Key Abilities

This career demands strong capabilities in the following areas:

Near Vision 4.0/5
Manual Dexterity 3.88/5
Problem Sensitivity 3.75/5
Oral Expression 3.62/5
Finger Dexterity 3.62/5
Oral Comprehension 3.5/5
Control Precision 3.5/5
Deductive Reasoning 3.12/5

Technologies & Tools

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Work Environment & Style

Common Styles for This Career

  • Attention to Detail (High importance: 4.43/5)
  • Persistence (High importance: 4.42/5)
  • Dependability (High importance: 4.32/5)
  • Analytical Thinking (High importance: 4.23/5)
  • Integrity (High importance: 4.1/5)

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How to Become One

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful but is usually not required. Training is often provided on the job.

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Also Known As

This career is known by many different job titles across industries. Here are all the variations:

ATV Tech (All-Terrain Vehicle Technician) Certified RV Technician (Certified Recreational Vehicle Technician) Custom Van Converter Global Vehicle Technician (Global Vehicle Tech) Hitch Technician (Hitch Tech) Mobile Service RV Technician (Mobile Service Recreational Vehicle Technician) Mobile Van Technician (Mobile Van Tech) Motor Home Technician (Motor Home Tech) Repair Technician (Repair Tech) RV Body Mechanic (Recreational Vehicle Body Mechanic) RV Mechanic (Recreational Vehicle Mechanic) RV Repair Technician (Recreational Vehicle Repair Technician) RV Repairer (Recreational Vehicle Repairer) RV Service Technician (Recreational Vehicle Service Technician) RV Servicer (Recreational Vehicle Servicer) RV Tech (Recreational Vehicle Technician) RVDA Master Certified RV Technician (Recreational Vehicle Dealer Association Master Certified Recreational Vehicle Technician) Service Technician (Service Tech) Vehicle Technician (Vehicle Tech)